Hijri New Year 2025: Official Holiday Declared in UAE
📅 Official Announcement
The UAE has officially declared Friday, 27 June 2025, as a paid holiday for private sector employees across the country in observance of the Islamic New Year (1st Muharram 1447 AH). This follows the announcement for the public sector, ensuring both sectors observe the same holiday date.
🌙 Significance of the Day
The Hijri New Year marks the beginning of the Islamic lunar calendar and commemorates the migration (Hijrah) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from Makkah to Madinah. It is a reflective and spiritual occasion observed across the Muslim world.
🗓️ What It Means for Employees
Since the holiday falls on a Friday, which is part of the weekend in the UAE, employees can enjoy a three-day weekend from Friday, 27 June to Sunday, 29 June. Work will resume on Monday, 30 June.
🔜 Next Holiday to Look Out For
The next major holiday on the UAE calendar is Mawlid Al Nabawi (the Prophet’s birthday), which is expected to fall on Friday, 5 September 2025, subject to moon-sighting.
✅ Key Takeaways
Friday, 27 June 2025 is a public holiday for all sectors.
A long weekend offers a great opportunity for rest, family time, or short trips.
Businesses can plan ahead to accommodate the nationwide break.
Source : GULF NEWS
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