On June 28, Eid holidays would begin, lasting until July 1, with July 2 being Sunday.
Eid ul Azha holidays will be extended to four days by the government, providing a longer period of celebration and relaxation. This decision allows government employees to enjoy a total of five holidays during Eid ul Azha, starting on June 28 and lasting until July 1.
The Government of Pakistan had previously declared a 3-day holiday period from June 29 to July 1. According to Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad, Eidul Azha will be celebrated across Pakistan on June 29 following the sighting of the moon by the Ruet-e-Hilal Committee on July 19. In various locations, including Islamabad, Lahore, Bahawalpur, Khanpur, Ghotki, Karachi, and Bahawalnagar, moon sightings were reported.
One of the fundamental pillars of Islam, the Hajj pilgrimage, culminates on Eidul Azha. This spiritual journey is recommended for every Muslim who has the means to do so.
Saudi Arabia has also announced the sighting of the Zilhaj moon, signaling the start of the Islamic month of Zilhaj on Monday, June 19. Eid ul Azha will therefore be observed on Wednesday, June 28. Both Eid ul Fitr and Eid ul Azha are celebrated simultaneously in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other Gulf nations.
Extended holidays provide individuals with the opportunity to spend quality time with their families, engage in religious activities, and reflect on the significance of this auspicious occasion. This is a time for fostering unity, expressing gratitude, and participating in age-old traditions such as Qurbani (the sacrifice of livestock).
This extended holiday period is an opportunity to embrace Eidul Azha’s blessings and festivities with an open heart. May this auspicious occasion bring joy, peace, and prosperity to all.
