Saudi Education issues an important and urgent decision regarding extending the Eid Al-Fitr holiday in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as it has occupied the minds of many people, as many circulate rumors and unconfirmed information on this subject.
What is the Eid al-Fitr holiday?
Before talking about extending the Eid al-Fitr holiday in Saudi Arabia, we must know what exactly the Eid al-Fitr holiday is. The Eid al-Fitr holiday is an official holiday granted to employees and students in Islamic countries, and it is celebrated at the end of the holy month of Ramadan. The duration of the Eid al-Fitr holiday ranges between two and five days. in different countries.
Saudi education and rumors about extending the Eid al-Fitr holiday in Saudi Arabia
Today, Saudi Education stated data about the rumors circulating about extending the Eid al-Fitr holiday in Saudi Arabia, which worried many people, as it was believed that this extension might affect study and work plans, however, these rumors are not true.
Where the Ministry of Education indicated that the return of male and female students of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will be on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, and the curriculum for each stage will be fully completed, and preparations will also be made for exams at the end of the year according to the announced exam schedule.
The academic calendar for the year 2023 will also include about 39 weeks divided into the three semesters, as each semester includes 13 weeks, and the calendar will also include about 56 days of official holidays.
Eid al-Fitr holiday 2023
The seasons of the year are filled with important events and occasions that hold a special place in people’s hearts, and among these important religious occasions is Eid al-Fitr, which is celebrated by Muslims all over the world, specifically in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
It is known that this holiday comes after the holy month of Ramadan and is characterized by the fact that it witnesses great celebrations and is considered an opportunity for communication and social bonding between people. On this happy occasion, people’s voices rise in questions and inquiries about the possibility of extending the Eid al-Fitr holiday in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi education clarifies the fact of extending the Eid al-Fitr holiday
In Saudi Arabia, the atmosphere during the Eid al-Fitr holiday is characterized by joy and happiness, and people are eagerly awaiting this holiday. With the Eid holiday approaching, questions began to arise about the possibility of extending the leave and delaying studies in schools and universities.
Indeed, it was announced that the Eid al-Fitr holiday would be extended in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Where the Ministry of Education announced the extension of the Eid Al-Fitr holiday for schools and universities due to the current health conditions and to preserve the safety of students, teachers and employees.
Citizens’ preparations for the Eid al-Fitr holiday
Saudi education takes a vacation in light of the readiness of citizens residing inside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to enjoy the Eid al-Fitr holiday, as they began to plan travel and enjoy trips, hiking and entertainment programs, in these blessed days, and many are keen to visit family and relatives and spend fun times with them, and shop for clothes and sweets new.
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia pays attention to workers’ fasting during the holy month of Ramadan, as it has significantly reduced working hours during this month, in order to give workers an opportunity to rest and recuperate, which was represented in working only six hours instead of eight hours.
Thus, the fasting workers can perform their fast with comfort and ease, and enjoy the joy of Eid Al-Fitr with the rest of the citizens and residents in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
