KOTA KINABALU: There will be an extra holiday this Hari Raya Aidilfitri, in appreciation of the people’s efforts, hard work and dedication to the country, says Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
He said the date of the additional holiday is subjected to the date of the declaration of the first day of Syawal.
If the first day of Hari Raya falls on Friday, then Monday will be an extra holiday, he said.
“If Hari Raya falls on Saturday, then the additional holiday will be on Friday.
“We are announcing this early, so people can plan ahead,” said Anwar during the launch of the National Consumers Day here yesterday.
The sighting of the Syawal new moon to determine the date of Aidilfitri will be on Thursday and to be conducted at 29 locations nationwide.
The Prime Minister said the government’s decision to announce the additional holiday is aimed at making it easier for people across the country to plan their respective trips.
The people, he said, have been working hard and deserve to be rewarded.
“This Ramadan, people have given up extra time, have been extra dedicated and have made extra effort, so we will reward you with an extra holiday.
“For those who haven’t, you still have a few days to do a bit more to deserve the holidays,” he said in jest.
At the event, the Prime Minister also announced the implementation of the Hari Raya Aidilfitri 2026 Festive Season Maximum Price Scheme which started on March 14.
He said the scheme was in place to ensure stability in the prices of essential goods.
