President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has announced special non-working days in 14 towns and 3 cities to celebrate local founding anniversaries and public festivities. This move aims to enhance community engagement and cultural recognition.
Details of the Proclamations
The proclamations recognize the importance of local celebrations to foster community spirit and pride.
Ralph Recto, Executive Secretary
- November 11: Special non-working day in Taysan and Taal, Batangas for founding anniversaries.
- November 13: Hane Festival in Tanay, Rizal.
- November 14: 150th founding anniversary in San Clemente, Tarlac.
- November 16: 76th founding anniversary in Occidental Mindoro.
- November 20: Founding anniversary in Dupax del Sur, Nueva Vizcaya.
Proclamation No. 1505 designates November 25 as a special non-working day in Luna, La Union, in honor of its town fiesta. Similarly, Gattaran, Cagayan will observe a holiday on the same day for their Panagsalukag Festival, as stated in Proclamation No. 1506.
In total, the declarations span multiple provinces including Nueva Ecija, where December 9 is set for the Science City of Muñoz's Charter anniversary.
These proclamations reflect a continued tradition of recognizing local culture and history through designated holidays, which have been increasingly important in promoting tourism and local pride.