Oman Declares Public Holiday For Islamic New Year, Extends Weekend
The government of Oman has declared a public sector holiday on Sunday to celebrate the Islamic New Year, also known as the Hijri New Year. This marks the beginning of a new lunar year and is observed by most Muslims on the first day of Muharram.
https://x.com/ONA_eng/status/1807761444500627861?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1807761444500627861%7Ctwgr%5Eb889daa4cfa8685ad687c16fd0f9940dd1a4e2ed%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.siasat.com%2Fmuharram-public-holiday-oman-announces-3-day-weekend-for-public-sectors-3054682%2FThe announcement was made by the state-run news agency ONA. As Friday and Saturday are regular weekends in the Sultanate, employees will enjoy an extended break from July 5 to July 7, resuming work on Monday, July 8.
In a separate statement, the Ministry of Labour mentioned that employers could require staff to work on Sunday, July 7 if necessary, provided they compensate them accordingly. The Islamic New Year is an important occasion for Muslims worldwide, signifying the start of a fresh lunar year and offering an opportunity for reflection and renewal.
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