The Government of Pakistan has officially declared a public holiday on Saturday, 9th November 2024, in observance of Allama Iqbal Day.
According to a press release issued by the Cabinet Division, this decision aligns with the previous Cabinet Division’s circular from 20th December 2023, which outlined the public and optional holidays for the year 2024.
The notification, signed by Cabinet Secretary Kamran Ali Afzal, requests widespread dissemination of this announcement through major English and Urdu media outlets to ensure that the public is well informed about the upcoming holiday.
The circular was forwarded to key government officials, including federal ministers, the Attorney General, the Chief Election Commissioner, secretaries of various ministries, and heads of autonomous bodies. Furthermore, departments such as the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), Intelligence Bureau (IB), National Accountability Bureau (NAB), and various law enforcement agencies were also notified.
Earlier, the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced it will remain closed on Saturday, 9th November 2024, in observance of Allama Iqbal Day.
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Such absurd people. All federal holidays should be fixed and pre announced so businesses can plan. Holidays at whims of politicians to get political mileage is not good for business