The Government of Pakistan has announced a public holiday from Thursday, June 5, to Monday, June 9, 2025, in observance of Eid al-Adha, one of the most important festivals in the Islamic calendar. The decision was made during a recent Cabinet meeting led by the Prime Minister.
All government departments and public institutions will remain closed during this period to allow citizens to celebrate the occasion with their families. However, organizations with special operational requirements will have the flexibility to adjust their holiday schedules accordingly.
Government offices will reopen on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
About Eid al-Adha
Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, begins on the evening of Friday, June 6, and continues until Tuesday, June 10. The festival commemorates the devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who was willing to sacrifice his son Isma’il (Ishmael) in obedience to God. Before the sacrifice could take place, God replaced Isma’il with a ram, symbolizing mercy and faith.
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The celebrations start with special prayers at mosques, followed by the ritual sacrifice of an animal—typically a goat, sheep, or cow. The meat is divided into three parts: one-third for the family, one-third for relatives and friends, and one-third for those in need, highlighting the spirit of charity and community.
Eid al-Adha coincides with the annual Hajj pilgrimage, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, marking a time of spiritual reflection, renewal, and togetherness for Muslims worldwide.
Important Dates
- The crescent moon signaling the start of Dhu al-Hijjah, the 12th and final month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is expected to be sighted on May 27, 2025, with May 28 marking the first day.
- The Day of Arafat, observed on the 9th of Dhu al-Hijjah, will fall on Thursday, June 5, 2025.
- Eid al-Adha celebrations will commence on Friday, June 6, 2025.
The government urges all citizens to embrace the values of faith, sacrifice, and generosity during this sacred time and to celebrate the festival with devotion and harmony.
