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Nepal Government Declares Public Holiday for Bakra Eid on May 28

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The government of Nepal has announced a public holiday on May 28 to observe Bakra Eid, also known as Eid-ul-Adha. The Ministry of Home Affairs issued the notice after the Muslim Commission confirmed the festival's date. This decision aligns with the government's policy of recognizing major religious festivals.

  • The holiday was declared following a recommendation from the Muslim Commission, which informed the Ministry of Home Affairs about the festival's date.
  • A provision for a public holiday on Bakra Eid was previously published in the Nepal Gazette on February 1.
  • The Ministry of Home Affairs spokesperson, Ananda Kafle, communicated the holiday announcement.
  • This holiday is part of a potential four consecutive days off, including Republic Day (Jestha 15), a Saturday (Jestha 16), and a Sunday (Jestha 17).

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