ISLAMABAD: The federal government has declared November 9 a public holiday across Pakistan to mark the birth anniversary of poet and philosopher Allama Muhammad Iqbal.
The Cabinet Division has issued an official notification confirming the holiday, which falls on Monday this year.
According to the notification, the government approved the holiday as part of its annual public holiday schedule issued on January 19, 2026. All federal and provincial government offices, workplaces and educational institutions will remain closed on November 9.
The Cabinet Division has also directed all ministries and their subordinate departments to ensure compliance with the decision.
Consequently, schools, colleges, universities and public and private offices across the country will remain closed on Monday.
The holiday will also give employees of institutions that observe a two-day weekend an extended break of three consecutive days. They will enjoy holidays from Saturday, November 7, through Monday, November 9.
Government offices and regular business activities will resume on Tuesday, November 10.
