Govt announces five-day Eid holiday

Published July 7, 2015
Eidul Fitr celebrations mark the culmination of the Holy month of Ramazan. ─ AP/File
Eidul Fitr celebrations mark the culmination of the Holy month of Ramazan. ─ AP/File

ISLAMABAD: Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar on Monday approved five holidays for Eidul Fitr for government organisations, semi-government organisations, banks and educational institutions.

Speaking to the press, the Interior Minister said the holidays would be from July 17 to 21.

Eidul Fitr celebrations mark the culmination of the Holy month of Ramazan during which Muslims all over the world observe 30 days of fasting.

In Pakistan, Eid festivities are marked by last-minute late night shopping with shopping malls and markets bursting at the seams with energetic crowds.

In recent years, however, Eid celebrations have been marred by security concerns. Law enforcement personnel are usually advised to remain on high alert in all major cities to avert any unforeseen incident.

Read more: Eid celebrated in Pakistan with traditional fervour

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