The Young Buddhist Association Indonesia (YBAI), in collaboration with members of the Buddhist Spiritual Student Units of Ciputra University, Airlangga University, and Surabaya University, held a takjil distribution event on 7 March, providing 1,000 food packages to Muslim commuters outside the YBAI headquarters in the city of Surabaya in East Java.

The holy month of Ramadan, observed by Muslims worldwide, requires a full fast from food and drink between dawn and sunset. Takjil—light snacks traditionally consumed at iftar, the meal eaten after sunset, to break their fast—carry particular significance for those traveling as the sun goes down, for whom a timely meal can be both a practical relief and a moment of spiritual comfort.

Held from 5:15–5:45 p.m., as iftar approached, the event saw volunteers hand out packages containing bottled water, dates, bread, and bananas to commuters making their way home. The recipients expressed gratitude for the provisions as they prepared to break their fast.