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Public holiday announced for Prophet Mohammad’s birthday

By JT - Dec 04,2016 - Last updated at Dec 04,2016

AMMAN — All ministries, government departments and public institutions will observe a holiday marking Prophet Mohammad’s birthday on Monday, December 12, Prime Minister Hani Mulki announced on Sunday, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.

In an official communiqué, the premier urged all ministries and public entities to celebrate the occasion, emphasising its importance. Prophet Mohammad was born on the 12th day of Rabi I in the Islamic lunar calendar.

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