This year's Eid al-Fitr may be a little special for Indonesians, mainly because it coincides with the end of the general elections, which are presidential-vice presidential and parliamentary elections - both at the central and regional parliaments. After the elections, the election dispute trial takes place at the Constitutional Court (MK) in Jakarta. The outpouring of emotions, joy, sadness, accusations, and hatred during the campaign period and after voting can be at least reduced and even muted in the month of Ramadan.
The existence of Eid al-Fitr also offers joy for some Indonesians, especially those who work as public servants, private employees, etc. Because they get additional funds for holiday allowance -THR. The government provides the holiday allowance to its employees, while the private sector provides it in accordance with government directives by referring to existing regulations. Indeed, such an allowance can boost the national economy, especially with the support of 'Mudik' or homecoming activities that have made the economy move and the circulation of money go well. Everything becomes interrelated and symbiotic mutualism with the existence of THR and Eid al-Fitr.
Eid celebrations also affect not only Muslims in Indonesia but also all people of other religions. The movement of the economy also makes non-Muslims feel the impact of Eid. They also enjoy the positive economic effects of Ramadan and Eid celebrations, such as the strengthening demand for food, clothing, and other necessities. Thus, the fashion industry and garments, as well as intercity and interisland trade increases, especially with the movement of online trade which makes all aspects of the industry, small, medium, and large, enjoy the blessings of Ramadan and Eid.
Tolerance also grows during Ramadan when all parties understand that Ramadan reduces work activities, as well as the activities of stalls and restaurants. They reduce their opening hours even though they open by using certain methods to respect the Muslim community fasting in the morning and evening. Thus, Ramadan, which ends with Eid al-Fitr, should be a way to reunite the people of Indonesia who have different views during the recent elections. By fasting during the month of Ramadan and ending with the Eid al-Fitr celebration, Muslims should forgive each other, both Muslim and non-Muslim brothers and sisters. May this Eid al-Fitr 1445 Hijri bring blessings to all.