Muslims in Malaysia celebrate Aidilfitri on Saturday

The announcement was broadcast over local television networks.

KOUSALYA SELVAM
By  KOUSALYA SELVAM
19 Mar 2026 08:07pm
Photo for illustration purpose only. - Bernama photo
Photo for illustration purpose only. - Bernama photo

SHAH ALAM - Muslims in Malaysia will celebrate Hari Raya Aidilfitri on Saturday, March 21, 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 Saturday, March 21, 2026," he said.

The announcement was broadcast over local television networks.

 

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