eid holidays eid ul adha pakistan

The federal government of Pakistan has officially announced public holidays for Eid ul Adha 2025. According to the notification, all government offices and institutions will remain closed from Friday, June 6, to Monday, June 9, 2025 . This decision was approved by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and applies to both five-day and six-day working weeks.(Islamabad Post, Business Recorder) Native Async

Eid ul Adha, also known as the "Festival of Sacrifice," commemorates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son in obedience to God's command. The festival is marked by the ritual sacrifice of animals, with the meat distributed among family, friends, and the needy. Eid prayers are performed in congregation, and the occasion is celebrated with communal gatherings and charitable acts .(Business Recorder, ARY NEWS, Wikipedia) The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced that the Zil Hajj moon was not sighted in Pakistan on Tuesday, and the first day of Eid ul Adha will be observed on Saturday, June 7, 2025 .(Business Recorder) Native Async

Please note that while the federal government has declared these holidays, provincial governments may issue separate notifications. For instance, the Balochistan government has announced Eid ul Adha holidays from Thursday, June 5, to Sunday, June 8, 2025 .(jbms.pk, ARY NEWS) Native Async

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Private sector organizations, including businesses and educational institutions, often follow the government's lead, but it's advisable to check with your specific employer or institution for confirmation. Native Async

For more details, you can refer to the official announcement here: (ARY NEWS)