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6/19/25, 4:46 PM Dubai Government Human Resources Department announces Hijri New Year holiday for the year 1447 - Middle East News 247

Dubai Government Human Resources Department

announces Hijri New Year holiday for the year 1447

By PR News Desk 18/06/2025

The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) issued a circular announcing Friday,

June 27, 2025 – as the official public holiday for Dubai government entities, departments and
institutions in celebration of Hijri New Year.

The circular clarifies that this holiday excludes entities with employees working in shifts or those
involved in providing essential public services or managing vital facilities. These organisations may
determine appropriate working hours for such employees based on operational requirements to ensure

uninterrupted services.

On this blessed occasion, the Department extends its warmest wishes to His Highness Sheikh
Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi; His Highness Sheikh
Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai;

Their Highnesses the Supreme Council Members and Rulers of the Emirates and the citizens and
residents of the UAE.

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