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Dubai is back in its holiday mood.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Federal Authority of Human Resources has announced June 25 as the Islamic New Year 2024, also called the Hijri New Year. It is an official holiday for the public sector to observe the big day, marking the beginning of the year 1447 in the Islamic Hijri calendar.<\/p>\n

The Minister of Human Resources has announced a paid holiday for private sector employees on 25 June, the first day of the month of Muharram. It is expected to be observed this Sunday. This means that schools, government offices, and many businesses will be closed, allowing residents to partake in religious observances and family activities.<\/p>\n

Although the official statement still awaits, most of the holidays are planned around June 25-26.<\/p>\n

The Islamic New Year, or any other Muslim Eve, is based on moon sightings and astronomical movements. So, the date varies every year. This comes following Dhull Hijjah \u2014 the months when Hajj is performed and Eid Al Adha<\/a> is observed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Unlike the Gregorian New Year, which is often celebrated with festivities, the Islamic New Year is typically marked by quieter, more reflective activities, including prayers, mosque attendance, and recitations from the Quran.<\/p>\n

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has also announced special arrangements to facilitate smooth transportation for those attending religious events and family gatherings across the emirate.<\/p>\n

As always, Dubai’s cultural and religious inclusivity is highlighted during such events, with the city providing a welcoming environment for people of all faiths and backgrounds. The public is encouraged to participate in the New Year\u2019s observances respectfully, acknowledging the rich Islamic heritage that shapes much of Dubai\u2019s identity. The Dubai government will also host various cultural and educational programs to mark the Islamic New Year, aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of Islamic traditions and history among the city’s diverse population. These programs will be available both online and in-person, ensuring accessibility for all.<\/p>\n

Residents and visitors are advised to stay updated with official announcements for any further details or changes related to the holiday schedule and public services.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Dubai is back in its holiday mood.\u00a0 The Federal Authority of Human Resources has announced June 25 as the Islamic New Year 2024, \n [...]<\/a>","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":3791,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2,130],"tags":[151,202],"class_list":["post-3790","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-dubai","category-uae","tag-activities-in-dubai","tag-eid"],"yoast_head":"\nDubai is Set to Observe Islamic New Year 2024 on 7th July<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Islamic New Year 2024 is here! 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