People are curious about whether Kashmir Day on February 5 will be a public holiday in the country. Search terms like ‘is 5 Feb holiday in Pakistan’ suggest widespread interest in this information.
The notification issued by the Cabinet Division of the Government in December 2023 designates February 5, 2024, as a public holiday throughout the country in observance of Kashmir Day.
The holiday is officially listed as a public holiday in the ‘Public and Optional Holidays for the Year 2024.‘ The government will re-notify the holiday in the month of February.
It is worth noting that the general elections in the country are scheduled to take place on February 8, just 3 days after Kashmir Day. The countrywide holiday on February 5 could potentially disrupt election preparations. Therefore, there is a possibility that some election-related institutions may remain operational even on the public holiday.
Each year on February 5, the people of Pakistan and Kashmiris worldwide observe Kashmir Solidarity Day. During this commemoration, they reaffirm their unwavering support, sending a resounding message to the world that Kashmiris are not standing alone in their struggle against the occupying forces.
An awaited government notification regarding February 5 will determine the official status of the holiday in schools, universities, banks, and throughout the country. Once the notification is issued, confirmation of the holiday will be provided.
