Federal govt announces public holiday on THIS date

ISLAMABAD: The Federal government has announced a public holiday on Saturday, 6th September, in Pakistan to commemorate Eid Milad-un-Nabi (Peace Be Upon Him) and Defence Day.

Formal notification has been issued by the Cabinet Division in this regard. Government offices, schools, and private organizations will be closed on Saturday.

Eid Milad-un-Nabi is the Islamic festival that commemorates the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). It is observed on the 12th day of the Islamic month of Rabi’ al-Awwal by Muslims around the world.

The day is marked with religious gatherings, prayers, sermons, and recitations of the Prophet’s (Peace Be Upon Him) life and teachings, emphasizing his message of peace, compassion, and guidance for humanity.

The move by the government is to enable citizens to observe this important religious event with proper respect and engagement in related activities and events across the country.

Earlier, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) officially announced a three-day holiday to commemorate Eid Milad-un-Nabi (Peace Be Upon Him).

The Eid Miladun Nabi, the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), falls on Friday, September 5, 2025.

The moon of the Rabiul Awaal was not sighted on August 23, according to the Emirates Astronomical Center.

The month of Safar was completed with 30 days, and Rabiul Awwal officially began on August 25.
Based on this calculation, the 12th of Rabiul Awwal falls on September 5 this year.

Interestingly, this year represents an unusual difference in observance dates between the UAE and Saudi Arabia, with the latter reporting the moon sighting a day earlier, putting Miladun Nabi on a different date.

In Pakistan, Eid Miladun Nabi will be celebrated on September 6, 2025, as a public holiday.