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Hari Raya Aidilfitri in Malaysia on Thursday: Keeper of the Ruler’s Seal

Decision announced after moon viewing

Updated 5 years ago · Published on 11 May 2021 8:30PM

Hari Raya Aidilfitri in Malaysia on Thursday: Keeper of the Ruler’s Seal
The announcement of Aidilfitri day was broadcast over local television networks earlier this evening. – AZIM RAHMAN/The Vibes pic, May 11, 2021

KUALA LUMPUR – Muslims in Malaysia will celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri on Thursday, Keeper of the Ruler’s Seal Tan Sri Syed Danial Syed Ahmad announced tonight. 

“In keeping with the command of the Yang di-Pertuan Agong, following the consent of the rulers, I hereby declare that the date for Hari Raya Puasa for the states in Malaysia has been set for Thursday, May 13, 2021,” he said. 

The announcement was broadcast over local television networks. – Bernama, May 11, 2021

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