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President Yameen extends Eid ul-Fitr holidays

President Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom has extended this year's Eid ul-Fitr holidays.

In the event Eid ul-Fitr is determined to fall on Sunday 25th June, Wednesday 28th June, and Thursday 29th June will be declared public holidays. However, if Eid ul-Fitr falls on Monday 26th June, then Thursday 29th June will be declared a public holiday.

The two consecutive days following the day of Eid ul-Fitr are predetermined holidays on the occasion of the celebration. Government offices will reopen after the holidays on Sunday, 2nd July.