Holidays have been announced in Pakistan on the occasion of Shab-e-Barat.
According to the latest updates, the Sindh government has announced a holiday for all public and private educational institutions across the province on Wednesday, February 4, in observance of Shab-e-Barat.
Additionally, the Punjab government announced a province-wide public holiday on the occasion of Shab-e-Barat, scheduled for Wednesday, February 4, and issued a formal notification in this regard.
Last year, the Sindh government had announced a holiday for schools and educational institutions on this occasion.
Shab-e-Barat in Pakistan
According to tradition, Shab-e-Barat is observed on the 15th night of the Islamic month of Sha’ban.
Shab-e-Barat is celebrated with devotion and religious enthusiasm across the country.
This year, Sha’ban began in Pakistan on January 21, 2026, as confirmed by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee.
According to this calendar, Shab-e-Barat will fall on the night between the 14th and 15th of Sha’ban.
Muslims spend the night in prayers and worship, seeking Allah’s blessings and mercy on this night.
February 6 public holiday
The Punjab government has declared February 6 a public holiday in Lahore on the occasion of Basant.
This allows the citizens to participate in the traditional spring festival, according to media reports.
The decision was made following a proposal from the district administration.
Under the instructions of the Deputy Commissioner of Lahore, children under 18 will also be able to celebrate Basant with their families.
This will also ensure that the celebrations are conducted in a safe manner in the province.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has earlier approved a three-day Basant Festival, set to take place from February 6 to 8.
The Chief Minister also highlighted the revival of horse and cattle shows in Punjab after a 30-year hiatus.
She stated that everyone has the right to celebrate freely, regardless of religion.
“This is everyone’s province. People of all faiths have the right to celebrate Eid, Holi, Christmas, and Ramadan,” she said.
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