The government has officially sanctioned a three-day holiday in celebration of Eid ul Adha, set to be observed on June 29, according to a statement released by the Cabinet Division.
Pakistan to celebrate Eid-ul-Adha on June 29th
The announcement came after the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee confirmed the sighting of the Zil Hajj moon in Pakistan, indicating that Eid ul Adha will be celebrated nationwide on June 29, Thursday.
Official press release
The decision was made during a meeting of the moon sighting committee chaired by Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad. Testimonies regarding moon sightings were collected from various cities, including Karachi, Lahore, and others, as reported by the chairman of the Ruet-e-Hilal committee.
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The three-day holiday provides an opportunity for individuals and families to come together and commemorate this important religious occasion. Eid ul Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, holds great significance in the Islamic calendar and is marked by the sacrifice of animals as an act of devotion and gratitude.
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