ISLAMABAD: The federal government has declared February 5, 2026, a public holiday across Pakistan to mark Kashmir Solidarity Day, according to a press release issued by the Cabinet Division.
The notification states that all public and private offices will remain closed nationwide. The government has announced that at 10:00 am, all citizens will observe a one-minute silence to honor the Kashmiri martyrs.
The Sindh government has issued a separate notification that establishes a public holiday for the same date. The Sindh Services, General Administration and Coordination Department confirmed that all government offices, autonomous and semi-autonomous bodies, local councils, and corporations under provincial control will remain closed, except for essential services.
The Sindh notification directed all institutions to observe a one-minute silence at 10:00 am to show solidarity with the people of Kashmir.
Kashmir Solidarity Day is observed annually to express Pakistan’s support for the people of Indian occupied Kashmir and to reaffirm their right to self-determination.
The nation observes the occasion through public events, special programs, and seminars, which take place throughout the country.
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