Ashura 2023: Public holidays announced for Muharram 9, 10

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday approved public holidays on the 9th and 10th of Muharram (July 28 and 29) on account of Ashura.

“[…] it is for general information that the Prime Minister is pleased to declare 28th to 29th July, 2023 (Friday & Saturday) as public holidays on the occasion of Ashura (9th & 10th Moharram 1445 AH),” read a notification issued by the Cabinet Division.

The holy month of Muharram begins on Thursday, July 20, marking the star of the new Islamic year. Youm-e-Ashur (Day of Ashura) will be observed on July 29 (Saturday).

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