Uzbekistan, Tashkent, Aug.26 / Trend, D. Azizov /
Uzbek President Islam Karimov signed a decree on Thursday to celebrate Ramadan Hayit.
"Given the proposal of the Muslim Board of Uzbekistan to have the first day of Ramadan Hayit coincide with August 31, 2011, this day is declared as a day off and should be widely celebrated as a holiday across the country", the president's decree published by central mass media outlets says.
The document was adopted by taking into account the role and importance of sacred Ramadan Hayit in the spiritual life of the Uzbek people, and the preservation and growth of national-spiritual values, the decree reads.
Public organizations, as well as the Kamolot youth movement, have been entrusted with organizing Ramazan Hayit events throughout the country at a high level in accordance with the Uzbek people's national values. Media outlets were entrusted with a wide coverage of events related to Ramadan Hayit celebrations.
As was previously reported, the Uzbek President Islam Karimov signed a resolution ordaining Independence Day a holiday from work. Thus, Saturday, August 27, and Sunday, August 28, will be declared working days. Monday, August 29, and Tuesday, August 30, will be holidays.