MARAWI CITY, Lanao del Sur(PIA)—The work schedule of officials and employees in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) will be modified during the holy month of Ramadhan.

In a Memorandum Circular issued by the Office of the Chief Minister on Tuesday, March 21, flexible working hours from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM for the duration of Ramadhan shall be allowed for fasting employees during the period of Ramadhan. 

According to the Bangsamoro Information Office, the order is based on Presidential Decree No. 322 and Civil Service Commission Resolution No. 81-1277 dated 13 November 1981.

The regular working hours in BARMM will revert after the celebration of Eid’l Fitr marking the end of Ramadhan.

Ramadhan, which officially starts March 23, is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar. It is observed by Muslims as a month of fasting, prayer, and reflection.

Meanwhile, BARMM Chief Minister Ahod B. Ebrahim urged the Bangsamoro community to perform fasting with pure intentions, discipline, and kindness. 

“In this sacred month, may we, my fellow brothers and sisters be reminded to serve the less fortunate, extend iftar meals to the needy, and conduct religious activities such as reading the Qur'an and Islamic preaching—all of which remind us to unite together as one Bangsamoro family,” he added. (APB/PIA-10/Lanao del Sur)