Great news for the public sector workers in the United Arab Emirates! The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources has just announced that the Eid Al Fitr holiday will begin on Thursday, April 20, and run until Shawwal 3. This means a long weekend for government employees across the Emirates. If the duration of Ramadan is 29 days, the Eid holiday will last four days, but if it is 30 days, employees will enjoy a five-day break and return to work on Tuesday, April 25.
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How Are Eid Al Fitr Dates Determined?
Eid Al Fitr is a holiday that marks the completion of the month-long fasting period of Ramadan. Practices vary around the world, but commonly include morning prayers, public holidays, visiting family and friends, giving gifts, and charity donations. The exact starting date of Eid will be decided by the UAE’s moon sighting committee. The duration of the holy month is decided by the Islamic calendar, which consists of 12 lunar months, totaling either 354 or 355 days. That means each month can last either 29 or 30 days. This year, in the UAE, Ramadan is expected to last 29 days.
Excitingly, this holiday offers a chance for public sector workers to take a well-deserved break and enjoy some time with their loved ones. It’s a time of celebration and gratitude, and it’s fantastic that the government is offering this break to its employees. We hope that everyone in the UAE, both public and private sector workers, can enjoy this holiday and take some time for rest and relaxation. Happy Eid Al Fitr in advance to all!
