Muscat: The Sultanate of Oman has announced a five-day holiday for the public and private sectors to mark Eid Al-Fitr 1445 AH-2024.
The holiday marks the end of Ramzan 1445 AH-2024, which began on March 12.
The holiday will begin in the country on Tuesday, Ramzan 29, 1445, corresponding to April 9 and ends on Saturday, April 13.
The work will be resumed on Sunday, April 14, the Oman News Agency (ONA) reported.
Eid Al-Fitr, a significant Islamic holiday, marks the end of Ramzan, the holy month of fasting, bringing joy and celebration to Muslims worldwide
Eid Al-Fitr is usually celebrated on the first day of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic calendar. However, the exact date varies depending on the sighting of the new crescent.
This festival lasts for three days and is a time of forgiveness, compassion and gratitude.
