According to sources, the proposed national holiday will span from Tuesday, February 25, marking National Day, to Saturday, March 1, with a rest day on Thursday, February 27, to bridge the two official holidays. The public holiday schedule extends to five days, including Liberation Day on Wednesday, February 26, with work resuming on Sunday, March 2.

Isra and Me’raj Holiday: A Change in the Schedule

In a related update, the Civil Service Bureau is proposing that Thursday, January 30, be declared an official holiday for all public agencies, in honor of Isra and Me’raj. The holiday, originally slated for Monday, January 27, will instead be observed on Thursday, January 30, following the Cabinet’s policy to shift holidays falling between two working days to the following Thursday. This adjustment extends the holiday to three days, from Thursday, January 30, to Saturday, February 1, with official work resuming on Sunday, February 2.

Explore more about Isra and Me’raj and its significance in Kuwait's culture here.

Civil Service Bureau Launches Smart Fingerprint Application

In addition to the holiday updates, the Civil Service Bureau has recently launched a smart fingerprint application to enhance employee attendance tracking. The app allows employees to record their attendance and departure using their mobile phones, alongside traditional fingerprint devices. This dual system ensures a seamless experience for all employees, giving them the flexibility to use either their smartphones or the regular devices.

Features of the Smart Fingerprint App

The app sends reminder notifications to employees about the fingerprint registration time, ensuring timely attendance verification. However, employees must be physically present inside the Civil Service Bureau building for the app to register their attendance. This initiative, overseen by the Information Systems Sector, aims to streamline operations and increase efficiency within public institutions.