KOTA BHARU, March 11 -- All hypermarkets, supermarkets and shopping complexes in Kelantan have been ordered to fully close operations on 1 Syawal, the first day of Aidilfitri.

Kelantan Local Government, Housing, Health and Environment Committee chairman Hilmi Abdullah said the directive marks a change from last year, when the premises were only required to close for half a day on the first day of Hari Raya, according to Kosmo! Online.

He said the decision was made after the state government, through the executive council meeting, received appeals from supermarket associations and workers seeking a full holiday on the festive day.

"Previously, the premises only closed for half a day and supermarket workers were unable to fully enjoy the...