Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 1142)
Proclamation No. 1142 declares Thursday, May 13, 2021, as a regular holiday throughout the Philippines in observance of Eid'l Fitr (Feast of Ramadhan).
Eid'l Fitr is declared a regular holiday throughout the country under Republic Act No. 9177.
Eid'l Fitr is celebrated for three (3) days by the Muslim world after the end of the month of fasting.
The proclamation aims to 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, while adhering to public health measures.
The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos recommended the declaration of the holiday.
The President of the Republic of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in him by law, has the authority to declare regular holidays throughout the country.
The observance is subject to community quarantine, social distancing, and other public health measures.
Thursday, May 13, 2021, is declared as a regular holiday for Eid'l Fitr.
Salvador C. Medialdea, the Executive Secretary, signed the proclamation on behalf of the President.
Bringing the religious and cultural significance to national consciousness promotes understanding, respect, and unity among the diverse Filipino population, acknowledging the Muslim faith and its practices.