No. 500/HCG/DC
12-February-2025
Office Of The Deputy Commissioner, Okara
Okara to Observe Local Holiday on 28th February for Hazrat Karmanwala Urs:
The Government of Punjab has officially announced a local holiday in Okara District on Friday, 28th February 2025, in observance of the Annual Urs of Hazrat Pir Syed Muhammad Ismail Shah Bukhari, commonly known as Hazrat Karmanwala. The Deputy Commissioner of Okara, Ahmed Usman Javaid, issued the order under the authority granted by the Punjab Services & General Administration Department.
This public holiday notification applies to all government offices, schools, and institutions within Okara District. Businesses and private organizations may also observe the holiday at their discretion. The annual Urs of Hazrat Karmanwala is a significant religious and cultural event, drawing devotees from across the region. The local administration is expected to ensure security, traffic management, and public convenience during the celebrations.
Residents of Okara and surrounding areas should take note of this announcement and plan accordingly. Below is the official notification regarding the holiday: Please find the official notification below:
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No. 500/HCG/DC
OFFICE OF THE
DEPUTY COMMISSIONER,
OKARA
Dated, Okara the 12-02-2025
ORDER
In exercise of the powers conferred upon me vide Notification No. SOW-I (S&GAD)1-4/2018(P-V) dated 13.01.2025 issued by Government of the Punjab Service General Administration Department, Lahore I Ahmed Usman Javaid, Deputy Commissioner, Okara do hereby declare 28 February, 2025 (Friday) as Local Holiday throughout the district Okara on the eve of Annual Urs of Hazrat Pir Syed Muhammad Ismail Shah Bukhari alias Hazrat Karmanwala.
Deputy Commissioner
Okara
Okara Holiday Notification: What You Need to Know:
The declaration of a public holiday in Okara on 28th February 2025 reflects the importance of Hazrat Karmanwala Urs in the region. This announcement ensures that devotees and residents can participate in the spiritual and cultural gatherings without any official obligations.
The Deputy Commissioner’s Office urges the public to follow security guidelines, cooperate with law enforcement, and respect the sanctity of the occasion. The holiday applies strictly to Okara District, and routine activities in other districts will continue as usual.
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