April 1 declared regular holiday for Eid'l Fitr

Malacañang has declared April 1 a regular holiday in observance of Eid'l Fitr.

The declaration was made through Proclamation 839, based on the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos’ recommendation.

Marcos said it is necessary to declare this holiday "in order to bring the religious and cultural significance of the Eid'l Fir to the fore of national consciousness."

Moreover, it will "allow the entire Filipino nation to join their Muslim brothers and sisters in peace and harmony in the observance and celebration of Eid'l Fitr."

Eid'l Fitr is one of the two most important Islamic feasts. The other Islamic celebration is Eid al-Adha or The Feast of the Sacrifice which is being done is celebrated on the 10th day of the last month of the Islamic calendar.