As the UAE gears up for the joyous occasion of Eid Al Fitr, anticipation is rife among private sector employees regarding the length of their well-deserved break.
With the announcement of a nine-day holiday, excitement is palpable, but there’s a twist in the tale that might taint the enthusiasm.
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that Monday, 29 Ramadan (8 April 2024) to 3 Shawwal (or what is equivalent to it in Gregorian calendar) will be a paid holiday for all employees in the private sector across the UAE on the occasion of Eid Al…
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In the event that Ramadan stretches to a full 30 days, the holiday extravaganza will kick off on Monday, April 8, extending till Friday, April 12. With the inclusion of the preceding and succeeding weekends, it promises a lavish nine-day reprieve, much to the delight of employees across the private sector.
Yet, the lunar calendar holds sway, and if Ramadan bids adieu after 29 days, the holiday landscape undergoes a subtle transformation. In this scenario, the Eid break commences on Monday, April 8, and concludes on Thursday, April 11, offering a modest six days off, including the weekend.
However, there’s a silver lining even in this lunar variability. The extended weekend leading up to the Eid festivities, from Saturday, April 6, to Sunday, April 7, ensures a serene prelude to the celebratory period, regardless of the lunar outcome.
While the potential for a nine-day sojourn remains to be an exciting prospect, the lunar calendar injects an element of uncertainty, adding a touch of suspense to the holiday arrangements.
As private sector employees eagerly await the verdict of the lunar cycle, the essence of Eid Al Fitr lies not merely in the duration of the holiday but in the spirit of togetherness, reflection, and gratitude that pervades this auspicious occasion.
So, as the nation readies itself for the festivities, one question lingers: Will it be nine days of jubilation, or will the lunar whims dictate a different narrative? Only time, and the elusive sighting of the new moon, will tell.
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