Sindh & Punjab Schools & Colleges Commemorative Holidays

Sindhs interim government has made an important announcement, granting a holiday on September 7th for both public and private schools and colleges. This holiday marks the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain RA, a significant religious observance in Islam. Chehlum occurs 40 days after Ashura and serves as a day of remembrance for Hazrat Imam Hussain RA and his 72 companions who made great sacrifices during the Battle of Karbala in 61 AH. The students can enjoy Sindh & Punjab Schools & Colleges Commemorative Holidays.

A Day of Reflection and Mourning

The closure of educational institutions allows citizens to participate in mourning processions held across various cities and towns in Pakistan. These processions are an integral part of paying respects to the martyrs of Karbala, reflecting the deep significance of this day in Islamic history.

Caretaker Chief Ministers Announcement

In a related development, the Caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab, Mohsin Naqvi, has declared a holiday in Lahore on September 7th to commemorate the annual Urs of Data Ganj Bakhsh Syed Ali Hajveri. The three-day Urs ceremony, beginning on Tuesday, will include the setup of a community kitchen, or langar khana, to provide food to the attendees. Chief Minister Naqvi emphasized the importance of ensuring that everyone attending the event has access to food, underscoring the commitment to hospitality and communal harmony during this sacred occasion.

Sindh & Punjab Schools & Colleges Commemorative Holidays