UAE Announces 9-Day Eid al Fitr Holidays for Public Sectors
- Publish date: Monday، 01 April 2024 | Last update: since 6 days
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The UAE government has officially declared a one-week holiday for its public sector employees, effective from Monday, April 8. This announcement brings joy to federal government workers who will enjoy an extended break until Sunday, April 14, inclusive. Following this festive period, regular working hours are set to resume on Monday, April 15.
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The decision ensures that federal government employees have ample time to celebrate Eid Al Fitr, marking the end of the month-long fasting period. Given that Saturday and Sunday are the designated weekend days in the UAE, public sector workers will relish in a nine-day hiatus to commemorate this significant religious occasion.
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The commencement of the holiday on April 8 remains consistent irrespective of the moon sighting, aligning with the principles of the Islamic calendar. Ramadan spans either 29 or 30 days, contingent upon the lunar observation. Eid Al Fitr, celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, follows immediately after Ramadan's conclusion.
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As anticipation builds towards the conclusion of Ramadan, residents across the UAE eagerly prepare for the forthcoming festivities, eagerly anticipating the longest public holiday of the year.