National Defence Day is a significant occasion in Pakistan, commemorating the nation’s military achievements and its defense efforts during the 1965 war against India. The day is traditionally dedicated to honoring the bravery and sacrifices of the Pakistani armed forces.
Initially, there was some uncertainty about whether September 6 would be recognized as a public holiday this year. The Federal Cabinet Division had not listed it as a public holiday in its initial notification.
There are speculations that the government has issued the notification of September 6 holiday, however, the government has not confirmed it yet.
Earlier, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif officially declared holiday on Youm-e-Takbeer on May 28.
Pakistan will also observe a public holiday for Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) on the 12th of Rabiul Awwal. The exact date for this holiday will be confirmed today following the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee’s moon sighting for Rabi-ul-Awwal.
