{"id":52114,"date":"2023-01-01T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-01T10:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/?p=52114"},"modified":"2023-01-02T10:12:31","modified_gmt":"2023-01-02T10:12:31","slug":"national-holidays-pakistan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/national-holidays-pakistan.html","title":{"rendered":"National Holidays in Pakistan for 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>There may be plenty of reasons that make you feel excited about the beginning of a new year but nothing\u2019s comparable to the joy of getting a refreshed quota of public holidays. Every important occasion, whether national or religious, earns people a day off from work and educational institutions. So, what are you waiting for? Take out your calendars and mark all of the public holidays in Pakistan for 2023 that will be observed both at the federal and provincial levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s get the ball rolling!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">List of Public Holidays In Pakistan for 2023<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Occasion<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Date<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Day<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Kashmir-Solidarity-Day\">Kashmir Day<\/a><\/td><td>5th February<\/td><td>Sunday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Pakistan-Day\">Pakistan Day<\/a><\/td><td>23rd March<\/td><td>Thursday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Eid-ul-Fitr\">Eid-ul-Fitr<\/a><\/td><td>22nd, 23rd, 24th April<\/td><td>Saturday, Sunday<br>&amp; Monday (Long Weekend)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Labour-Day\">Labour Day<\/a><\/td><td>1st May<\/td><td>Monday (Long Weekend)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Eid-ul-Azha\">Eid-ul-Azha<\/a><\/td><td>29th, 30th June &amp; 1st July<\/td><td>Thursday, Friday &amp; Saturday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Ashura-holiday\">Ashura Holidays<\/a><\/td><td>27th &amp; 28th July<\/td><td>Thursday &amp; Friday (Long Weekend)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Independence-Day\">Independence Day<\/a><\/td><td>14th August<\/td><td>Monday (Long Weekend)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Eid-Milad-un-Nabi\">Milad-un-Nabi<\/a><\/td><td>28th September<\/td><td>Thursday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Iqbal-Day\">Iqbal Day<\/a><\/td><td>9th November<\/td><td>Thursday<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"#Quaid-e-Azam-Day\">Quaid-e-Azam Day<\/a><\/td><td>25th December<\/td><td>Monday (Long Weekend)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>*<em>The aforementioned dates and days of Islamic public holidays in Pakistan in 2023 are tentative. They are subject to change according to the lunar cycle. Please keep checking back for the latest updates.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Kashmir-Solidarity-Day\">5<sup>th<\/sup> Feb &#8211; Kashmir Solidarity Day&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-8-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"5th February - Kashmir Day\" class=\"wp-image-52129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-8-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-8-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-8-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-8-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-8.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Kashmir Solidarity Day is celebrated on 5th February<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kashmir Solidarity Day, popularly known as Kashmir Day, is an internationally recognized day that is observed in Pakistan and the area of Azad Jammu Kashmir (AJK) with great fervour. The observance of this day is to express solidarity with the people of Jammu Kashmir fighting for their freedom. Different rallies are organised by private and public organisations to commemorate the occasion. This year Kashmir Day will fall on Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Pakistan-Day\">23<sup>rd<\/sup> March \u2013 Pakistan Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-9-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"23rd March Pakistan Day\" class=\"wp-image-52133\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-9-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-9-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-9-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-9-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-9.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Pakistan Day is celebrated to commemorate the day when Pakistan Resolution was passed<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The government of Pakistan announces a public holiday every year on March 23 to commemorate Pakistan Day. On this day, in 1940, the Lahore Resolution was passed. It is one of those gazetted holidays in Pakistan for 2023, which is going to be celebrated with full-fledged patriotic fervour.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each year Pakistan Day Parade is organised on a grand scale that is witnessed live by some of the top government and armed forces officials. This year, it is going to fall on Thursday. It is also probably going to be the first day of Ramadan, depending on the lunar cycle.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Facts About Minar-e-Pakistan<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The national monument of Minar-e-Pakistan is situated in the Greater Iqbal Park, formerly known as Minto Park. It is built at the exact location where the resolution was passed in the presence of many great leaders at the time. Here\u2019s more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/history-significance-minar-e-pakistan-lahore.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">history and construction of Minar-e-Pakistan<\/a>, the landmark of the nation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Eid-ul-Fitr\">Eid-ul-Fitr Holidays<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-4-2-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Eid-ul-Fitr is celebrated in the month of Shawwal\" class=\"wp-image-52141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-4-2-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-4-2-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-4-2-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-4-2-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-4-2.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The Islamic occasion of Eid ul Fitr is celebrated in Pakistan and worldwide<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Expected to be celebrated in the last week of April 2023, Eid-ul-Fitr brings three consecutive public holidays every year. It is among the most awaited Islamic holidays in Pakistan. The festive occasion also marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. This time, Eid-ul-Fitr is expected to fall on the 22nd, 23rd and 24th of April, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The occasion will make it a long weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Labour-Day\">1<sup>st<\/sup> May \u2013 Labour Day&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-1-3-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"1st May Labour Day\" class=\"wp-image-52136\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-1-3-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-1-3-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-1-3-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-1-3-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-1-3.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Labour Day, a public holiday in Pakistan observed on 1st May<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>People work all year round and they get, at least, one day in 12 months when their achievements are recognized and celebrated. Labour Day is an internationally recognized holiday that has been observed for years. It is also known as International Workers\u2019 Day and\/or Workers\u2019 Day. The state of Pakistan also observes May 1 as an annual public holiday like many other countries. According to 2023\u2019s calendar, labour day is falling on Monday and we all know what it means \u2014 a long weekend!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Eid-ul-Azha\">Eid-ul-Azha Holidays<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-3-2-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Eid-ul-Azha is observed in the islamic month of Zilhaj\" class=\"wp-image-52143\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-3-2-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-3-2-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-3-2-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-3-2-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-3-2.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Eid ul Azha is observed in Pakistan and the rest of the Muslim world.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The festival of Eid-ul-Adha is celebrated on the 11th of Zilhajj. Like Eid-ul-Fitr, this occasion also brings two, sometimes even three consecutive holidays. Usually, the day before Eid-ul-Azha and its first two days are declared as national holidays by the government of Pakistan every year. It is an Islamic event known as the \u2018Festival of Sacrifice\u2019 that is celebrated by Muslims around the world with religious enthusiasm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An annual pilgrimage to Makkah known as the Hajj, which is a very important Islamic event, also takes place a day before Eid-ul-Adha. The festive occasion is expected to be celebrated on June 29 (Thursday), June 30 (Friday) &amp; July (Saturday) in Pakistan. So, mark your calendars for another long weekend. Bear in mind that these dates may change according to the moon sighting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Ashura-holiday\">Ashoora<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-2-1-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Ashoora Holiday\" class=\"wp-image-52149\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-2-1-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-2-1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-2-1-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-2-1-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-2-1.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>The occasion of Ashoora that is observed on 9th and 10th of Muharram\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ashoora The Shiite Muslim community around the world observes a religious event every year known as Ashoora. According to the Islamic Calendar, Ashoora is observed every year on the 9th and 10th of Muharram. This time, Ashoora is expected to fall on July 27 (Thursday) and July 28 (Friday). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The government of Pakistan usually issues a two-day holiday to allow the Shiite community to observe the important rituals of this religious occasion. This holy occasion is marked by different types of rallies and religious processions. To maintain and ensure security and law and order, the authorities turn off mobile phone signals and ban pillion riding for a day or two. The authorities always make prior announcements before taking such measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Independence-Day\">14<sup>th<\/sup> August \u2013 Independence Day&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Untitled-2-1024x658.jpg\" alt=\"The holiday of 14th August\" class=\"wp-image-78773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Untitled-2-1024x658.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Untitled-2-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Untitled-2-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Untitled-2-622x400.jpg 622w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Untitled-2.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>14th August is a significant gazetted holidays in Pakistan celebrated with patriotic fervour<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The independence day celebration is among the most significant gazetted holidays in Pakistan for 2023. It is a day when patriotic songs like \u2018Dil Dil Pakistan\u2019 are echoed from everywhere. August 14 reminds us of the day when our homeland emerged as an independent country.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a public holiday that is celebrated with patriotic fervour as streets around the country are decorated with Pakistani flags and buntings. Different types of functions and events are organized on August 14 every year across the country to commemorate Pakistan\u2019s Independence Day.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6<sup>th<\/sup> September \u2013 Defence Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-6-1-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"6th September Defence Day\" class=\"wp-image-52148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-6-1-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-6-1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-6-1-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-6-1-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/image-6-1.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>6th September Defence Day, a national holiday that reminds us about 1965 war<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Defense Day is an annual commemoration of the 1965 Indo-Pak war. It is one of the most anticipated upcoming holidays in Pakistan. The armed forces of Pakistan bravely fought in this war against India and claimed victory. The precious lives of many brave soldiers were lost during this conflict between the two countries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To pay homage to the army men who fought for this country, a military parade and flypast are usually organized and attended by all of the higher government and armed forces officials on September 6 each year. The federal government also issues a notice for a holiday every year on this day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Eid-Milad-un-Nabi\">Eid Milad-Un-Nabi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Untitled-3-1024x658.jpg\" alt=\"the occasion of Milad Un Nabi\" class=\"wp-image-78775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Untitled-3-1024x658.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Untitled-3-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Untitled-3-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Untitled-3-622x400.jpg 622w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Untitled-3.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Milad Un Nabi is observed with the organisation of rallies and Milad gatherings<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Milad Un Nabi is observed on the 12th of Rabiulawal, an Islamic month in the Hijri calendar, to mark the occasion of the birth of the Holy Prophet (PBUH). The Sunni Muslim community across the country celebrate the occasion with great religious fervour. Different types of rallies and Milad gatherings are organised across Pakistan on Milad Un Nabi. According to the lunar calendar, the occasion of Milad Un Nabi in Pakistan in 2023 is going to fall in the last week of October. It is declared a national holiday by the government of Pakistan each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Iqbal-Day\">9th November \u2013 Iqbal Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-2-12-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Allama Iqbal\" class=\"wp-image-56717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-2-12-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-2-12-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-2-12-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-2-12-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/image-2-12.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Allama Iqbal was a poet and a philosopher <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After a break of a few years, the public holiday to mark the birthday of Allama Muhammad Iqbal \u2014 the great poet of the subcontinent \u2014 has finally been restored in 2022. Iqbal\u2019s literary creations changed the course of history with the power of the pen. His words were so powerful and influential that they inspired people to fight for their freedom.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The contribution of a revolutionary poet like Allama Iqbal will always be remembered. Many schools and educational institutions across the country still organise events and shows to commemorate the inspiring philosopher and his evergreen poetic marvels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Quaid-e-Azam-Day\">25<sup>th<\/sup> December \u2013 Quaid-e-Azam Day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image-1520-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Quaid-e-Azam Day is observed at the end of the year in on 25th December\" class=\"wp-image-78781\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image-1520-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image-1520-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image-1520-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image-1520-640x400.jpg 640w, https:\/\/cdn-blog.zameen.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image-1520.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Quaid-e-Azam Day to pay tribute to the Father of the Nation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a few days before the year ends comes another national holiday. Quaid-e-Azam Day, which is celebrated on December 25, marks the birthday of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan. He was born on this day in 1876 in Karachi. Many programs are organised on the occasion of Quaid-e-Azam Day to pay tribute to the Father of the Nation. People of all ages observe this day to praise the leadership of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the sacrifices he made in his life for the creation of Pakistan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Provincial Holidays in Pakistan for 2023<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No province observes special holidays other than Sindh. The provincial holidays in Pakistan for 2023 that are going to be observed in Sindh include the Death Anniversary of Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto on April 4 and the Urs of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, which is likely to fall on Aug 30 and 31. Schools and some other government institutions in Sindh get a day off on these occasions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bank Holidays in Pakistan for 2023<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The dates for bank holidays in Pakistan for 2023 include the 1st of January and the 1st of July. However, if either of these dates falls during the weekend, the holiday is moved to the succeeding Monday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we have given you details about each and every public holiday in Pakistan, it\u2019s time for us to wrap up this blog. If you have any questions or feedback related to our blogs, feel free to share it with us at <a href=\"mailto:blog@zameen.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">blog@zameen.com<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bookmark <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zameen.com\/blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zameen Blog<\/a> in your browser and keep checking back to read more of our informative lifestyle pieces. You can also subscribe to our email newsletter to get daily alerts from our blog section and follow us on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ZameenPK\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Facebook<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/zameenpk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Good news! Five long weekends are coming your way this year. Wondering when? 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