Balochistan Announces Four-Day Eid ul Adha Holiday 2025 | Complete Details

The government of Balochistan has officially announced a four-day public holiday for Eid ul Adha, as reported by ARY News on Monday. This decision means that all government offices and public institutions in the province will remain closed from Thursday, June 5 to Sunday, June 8, 2025. The reason for this holiday is the celebration of Eid ul Adha, which is expected to fall on Saturday, June 7 this year.

An official notice was released to inform the public about these holidays. People in Balochistan are now preparing for the religious festival, which is one of the most important events in the Islamic calendar.

The federal government of Pakistan has also approved a four-day public holiday for Eid ul Adha. According to the announcement, the holidays will begin on Friday, June 6 and end on Monday, June 9, 2025.

This decision was made after getting approval from Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. It allows people across the country to celebrate Eid with their families and take part in traditional religious activities. Government offices, schools, and many private businesses are expected to remain closed during this time.

Earlier last week, the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee held a meeting in Islamabad to look for the Zil Hajj moon, which marks the beginning of the month during which Eid ul Adha is celebrated.

The meeting was led by Chairman Maulana Abdul Khabir Azad. After the meeting, he held a press conference and confirmed that the moon was not sighted anywhere in the country on Tuesday. He said that no trustworthy witnesses came forward from major cities such as Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Quetta, or Islamabad.

As a result, it was officially announced that the first day of Zil Hajj would begin on Thursday, June 27, and Eid ul Adha will be celebrated on Saturday, June 7, 2025.

What is Eid ul Adha and Why is it Celebrated?

Eid ul Adha, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, is one of the two main Islamic festivals celebrated by Muslims around the world. It takes place on the 10th day of the Islamic month of Zil Hajj, which comes about 70 days after Eid ul Fitr (the festival that marks the end of Ramadan).

The festival honors the story of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), who was willing to sacrifice his beloved son to obey the command of Allah (SWT). However, Allah replaced his son with a ram, showing His mercy and rewarding Prophet Ibrahim’s devotion and faith. To remember this event, Muslims perform Qurbani (sacrifice of animals) during the days of Eid.

Traditions and Rituals of Eid ul Adha

Eid ul Adha is a time of spiritual reflection, charity, and family gatherings. The most important part of the celebration is the sacrifice of animals, such as goats, cows, or camels, which is done in remembrance of Sunnat-e-Ibrahimi (the tradition of Prophet Ibrahim).

This act of sacrifice usually takes place over three days, starting from the first day of Eid. The meat from the sacrificed animals is divided into three parts — one part is kept for the family, another is given to relatives or friends, and the third part is donated to the poor and needy.

The festival also includes special Eid prayers, wearing new clothes, preparing traditional dishes, and visiting friends and relatives. Many people also use this time to give Zakat and charity, helping those who are less fortunate.

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