The Cabinet Division has officially notified a nationwide public holiday across Pakistan in observance of Eid Milad-un-Nabi.
Pakistan's federal government has officially declared a nationwide public holiday for Eid Milad-un-Nabi, granting citizens across the country a day off to observe the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). The formal notification was issued by the Cabinet Division to ensure public and private institutions observe the official national holiday.
By Senior Desk Reporter Hassan Ahmed. According to an official announcement originally reported by The Express News on August 21, 2026, the Cabinet Division confirmed the decision through an executive circular sent to all federal and provincial departments.
The observance of Eid Milad-un-Nabi holds deep spiritual and cultural significance in Pakistan. The nationwide holiday enables millions of citizens to participate in religious gatherings, communal prayers, and traditional processions held in major cities and rural communities alike.
The Cabinet Division published the executive directive instructing all federal ministries, attached departments, and public sector organizations to observe the day off. Commercial banks, government offices, and educational institutes across the four provinces, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Jammu and Kashmir will remain closed in accordance with standard civil procedure.
With the notification officially active, provincial administrative authorities are coordinating security and logistics to maintain public order during local celebrations. Essential emergency services, healthcare facilities, and municipal staff will remain operational under special duty rosters to assist the public.
The Cabinet Division of Pakistan officially issued the executive notification declaring a public holiday across the country. This directive applies to government institutions, public sector entities, and educational establishments nationwide.
Yes, all public and private educational institutions along with government offices will remain closed as per the notification. Normal operations resume on the following official working day.
The official notification was published by the Cabinet Division and reported by The Express News on August 21, 2026. It serves as the official administrative guidance for federal and provincial entities.
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