KUCHING: The Sarawak government will give special aid of RM500 to state civil servants in conjunction with the coming Hari Raya Aidilfitri and Gawai Dayak celebrations.

       It will be paid at the end of April, the Sarawak Premier's Office said in a statement on Wednesday (April 6).

       "This special aid is given in appreciation of the contributions and sacrifices of state civil servants in delivering services to the people, especially during such a challenging time for the state and nation," the statement said.

       It also said the assistance would help to ease the financial burden of state civil servants.

       "The state government hopes it will also be an incentive for civil servants to continue serving with dedication," it added.

       Hari Raya Aidilfitri is expected to fall on May 3-4 while Gawai Dayak is celebrated on June 1-2.