The federal government has declared November 9, 2026, a nationwide public holiday to mark Allama Iqbal Day, according to an official notification issued by the Cabinet Division.
The notification states that the holiday will be observed on Monday in accordance with the annual holiday schedule issued on January 19, 2026. All ministries and government departments have been instructed to implement the directive.
Government and private offices, along with educational institutions across the country, will remain closed on the occasion.
Employees of institutions observing a Saturday-Sunday weekend will benefit from three consecutive days off, from November 7 to 9. Routine activities will resume on Tuesday, November 10.
