April 1 declared regular holiday for Eid'l Fitr

Updated Thu, March 20, 2025 at 8:14 PM Published Thu, March 20, 2025 at 7:45 PM

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared April 1, 2025, as a regular holiday throughout the Philippines to commemorate Eid'l Fitr, the Islamic festival marking the end of Ramadan.

The declaration was made through Proclamation No. 839, signed on Thursday, March 20, based on the recommendation of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos.

The holiday aims to recognize the religious and cultural significance of Eid'l Fitr and allow all Filipinos to celebrate with their Muslim countrymen.

This declaration aligns with Republic Act 9177, which designates Eid'l Fitr as a regular national holiday.

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