Kuwait Announces Public Holiday for Islamic New Year
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Neeta Mishra
- . June 18, 2025
- . Update: June 18, 2025 5:12 pm
Kuwait’s Cabinet has officially recognized and announced Thursday, June 26, 2025, as a public holiday in observance of the Islamic (Hijri) New Year. All ministries, government agencies, and publicly funded bodies across the country will be closed on these dates and will return to normal work on Sunday, June 29.
What is the Islamic New Year
The Islamic New Year occurs on 1 Muharram in the Hijri calendar. In 2025, it is anticipated to occur on June 25 or June 26 based on astronomical computations. The Islamic New Year represents the beginning of a new lunar year, and this is significant in the world of Islam.
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— ARAB TIMES – KUWAIT (@arabtimeskuwait) June 18, 2025
- All government offices and public departments will be closed on June 26.
- Normal work hours will continue on Sunday, June 29.
- Families will be able to observe and celebrate this great religious occasion.
June 26, 2025: Islamic New Year (1 Muharram 1447 AH) public holiday
June 29, 2025: Government offices/public institutions reopen
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