ISLAMABAD: The federal government on Monday officially announced a four-day public holiday in Pakistan on the occasion of Eidul Azha 2025, allowing citizens to celebrate the religious festival with their families and loved ones.
According to a notification issued by the Cabinet Division, the public holidays will be observed from June 6 to June 9, 2025 (Friday to Monday).
“The Prime Minister has been pleased to declare the 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th June (Friday to Monday) as public holidays on the occasion of Eidul Azha,” the official statement read.
The decision will allow a long weekend for Eid celebrations across the country.
Eidul al-Zha in Pakistan will be celebrated on Saturday, June 7, 2025, following an earlier announcement by the Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee (RHC). The committee had stated last month that the moon for the Islamic month of Zilhaj was not sighted, setting the Eid date accordingly.
Eidul al-Zha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is one of the most significant Islamic holidays, commemorating the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah’s command.
With the government declaring a long weekend, citizens can plan ahead for travel, family gatherings, and Qurbani (sacrificial rituals).
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Sacrifice cattle markets have opened across Bajaur ahead of Eid-ul-Adha, but high inflation has significantly reduced buyers’ interest, with many only visiting to see the animals rather than make purchases.
Traders report that animal prices are already much higher than last year and are expected to rise further as Eid approaches. This has slowed down sales, as most buyers are arriving with limited budgets.
“People are struggling due to inflation, and many cannot afford animals at current rates,” said a local trader. *”Prices are likely to increase even more in the coming days.”
Despite the usual festive hustle and bustle, the markets are quieter than usual, with fewer transactions taking place. Many residents expressed frustration over the soaring costs, making it difficult to fulfill the traditional sacrifice.
As Eid-ul-Adha nears, traders remain hopeful for a last-minute surge in sales, but buyers continue to hesitate due to financial constraints.
