12 Sep 2018 | 01:09 AM UTC
UAE: Hijri New Year holiday September 13
Government declares private sector holiday on September 13 to celebrate Hijri New Year
Event
Hijri New Year, the beginning of the Islamic calendar, will be celebrated in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by government institutions and the private sector on Thursday, September 13. Commercial disruptions are expected throughout the country, particularly in Dubai, on Thursday. Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) announced extended service and free public parking during the holiday.
Advice
Individuals in the UAE, particularly in Dubai, are advised to anticipate crowded conditions and possible business disruptions.
