The year 2021 has begun, and we already have a list of public holidays to look forward too. Now when it comes to holidays, brace yourselves since you will soon get a 5-day break this year. How so? Well, the date for the holy month of Ramadan has been announced. The holy month is expected to begin in 100 days, and here’s what you must know about it.
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The First Day Of Ramadan May Begin On April 13, 2021
As per the study of a renowned Arab astronomer, the Ramadan crescent is expected to form on April 12, 2021, at 6:31 pm UAE time. Ibrahim Al Jarwan, member of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences, has studied this. Thus, Ramadan, this year is expected to begin on Tuesday, April 13, which is just three months away from now. And while we count our days, the time will fly by.
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Eid Al Fitr Is Likely To Be Observed From Tuesday, May 11 to Saturday, May, 15
As for the break, after 30 days of Ramadan, the Eid Al Fitr break is likely to be observed from Tuesday, May 11, to Saturday, May 15. So this means that we will get a 5-day long Summer holiday in May this year. However, you need to keep in mind that the above-mentioned dates are subject to moon sighting, and are subject to change in future. Meanwhile, here’s a list of holidays that you will get to enjoy in the year 2021.
The dates may change and if there’s any change in the dates, we will update you about the same.
First Published: January 06, 2021 12:49 PM