The district administration has declared Friday, July 11 as a public holiday across Vehari in connection with the annual Urs of Baba Haji Sher Diwan, a prominent Sufi saint known for his spiritual legacy.
As per the official notification issued by Deputy Commissioner Imrana Tauqeer, all government offices in the district will remain closed for the day. However, the holiday will not apply to ongoing exams being held by educational boards and universities, which will continue as planned.
The announcement is intended to facilitate the large number of devotees expected to attend the multi-day Urs celebrations, which feature religious gatherings, spiritual activities, and cultural events. The Urs draws participants from across Punjab and beyond, making it one of the region’s key annual events.
Despite the holiday, departments providing essential services such as health, sanitation, security, and emergency response will remain fully functional to ensure smooth arrangements throughout the festivities.
Local authorities have instructed relevant departments to make adequate security and logistical arrangements, including crowd management and public safety measures.
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