December 26 Holiday Confirmed After Official Government Announcement
The Punjab government has officially announced another public holiday, confirming a Punjab December 26 holiday following the already-declared break on December 25. The decision has been notified through an official circular and later reported by local media, bringing clarity for citizens, institutions, and workplaces across the province.
This back-to-back holiday announcement has drawn wide attention, especially from students, office workers, and the Christian community in Punjab.
December 25 Holiday in Punjab: Quaid-e-Azam Day
As per the official notification issued by the Punjab Government, December 25 will be observed as a province-wide public holiday to mark Quaid-e-Azam Day.
The day commemorates the birth anniversary of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan. On this day:
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Government offices will remain closed
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Educational institutions will observe a holiday
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Official ceremonies and commemorative events may take place
Punjab December 26 Holiday for Boxing Day
In addition to December 25, the government has declared December 26 as a public holiday in Punjab specifically to observe Boxing Day.
This Punjab December 26 holiday has been announced for the Christian community, recognizing the religious and cultural significance of the occasion. The move reflects the provincial government’s commitment to religious inclusion and minority rights.
Who Will Benefit From the Dec 26 Holiday?
The December 26 holiday in Punjab applies to:
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Christian community members
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Government departments (as specified in the notification)
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Educational institutions following the provincial holiday schedule
Private organizations may decide independently, based on internal policies.
Official Notification Issued
Authorities have confirmed that separate official notifications for December 25 and December 26 holidays have already been issued. These notifications serve as the final confirmation for both public holidays across Punjab.
Summary: Punjab Holidays on December 25 & 26
To recap:
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December 25 – Public holiday across Punjab (Quaid-e-Azam Day)
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Punjab December 26 holiday – Special public holiday for the Christian community (Boxing Day)
Residents are advised to plan travel, office work, and academic schedules accordingly.
This announcement places Punjab among the provinces actively observing national and minority holidays, ensuring cultural harmony and public convenience.
