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Dubai government announces Hijri New Year holiday

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The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) has 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 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 the President His
Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; 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,”
the circular said.

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