Kashmir Solidarity Day will be observed on February 5 all over the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to express unity with the Kashmiri people.
According to the notification issued, February 5 will be declared a closed holiday in the entire province all the government and private offices and educational institutions will remain shut down on the day and at 10:00am a one-minute silence will be observed in the entire province to pay tribute to the martyrs of Kashmir.
As per official notification that there will be ceremonies, rallies and prayer gatherings all over Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to show solidarity with the people of Kashmir and to highlight their struggle.
Kashmir Day: Public holiday announced on Feb 5
The federal government has also announced a public holiday for Kashmir Day on February 5, 2026. It will be the first public holiday of 2026.
Kashmir Day is observed by people all across the different provinces of Pakistan as a public holiday every year.
All government, semi government departments, schools, colleges, banks will remain closed on the day.
This day is celebrated in honour of solidarity with the Kashmiri people who have lost their lives in the fight for freedom.
Punjab govt issues Basant holiday notification
In separate development the government of Punjab has officially issued a notification regarding the Basant 2026 holidays. As per the notification, the province will observe a holiday on February 6 and February 7, 2026. The holiday period will be implemented across the entire province.
Offices across the province will remain closed on Friday and Saturday. The government and semi-government institutions are also to remain closed in Punjab.
CM Punjab Basant’s initiative
The Chief Minister (CM) of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has instructed the officials to keep the safety of children as their first priority.
According to an official post of Pakistan Muslim League Nawaz (PMLN) at X, special arrangements have been made in this regard to protect the young lives. Awareness drives have been initiated for parents and children, as the government is focused on celebrating the festival responsibly.
In her video message, CM Maryam Nawaz said, “I, along with my team members, have tried our best to cover each and every aspect to keep the Basant festival safe for the public. Now it is your turn to be a responsible citizen and cooperate with the government.
She added, “I appeal to the public to follow the precautionary guidelines and standard operating rules in letter and spirit.” She asked the public to ensure their own safety and the safety of their loved ones.
