No. SO (G)-1(14)/2023
05-February-2025
General Administration Department, Gilgit-Baltistan Secretariat, Government Of Gilgit-Baltistan
Gilgit-Baltistan Government Declares Public Holiday to Honor Aga Khan-IV:
The Government of Gilgit-Baltistan has officially declared 6th February 2025 (Thursday) as a public holiday across the region. This decision comes in remembrance of His Highness Aga Khan-IV, Shah Karim Al-Hussaini, the revered spiritual leader of the Ismaili community, who passed away recently.
As per the official government notification, all government offices and departments within Gilgit-Baltistan will remain closed on 6th February 2025. The holiday allows citizens, particularly followers of the Ismaili community, to observe mourning and pay their respects to Aga Khan-IV’s legacy and contributions.
The notification has been issued by the General Administration Department (GAD), Government of Gilgit-Baltistan, ensuring that all relevant authorities are informed. Notification Describes;
GOVERNMENT OF GILGIT-BALTISTAN
GILGIT-BALTISTAN SECRETARIAT
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
Gilgit, The 5th February, 2025
NOTIFICATION.
No. SO (G)-1(14)/2023, 6th February, 2025 (Thursday) will be a public holiday within Gilgit-Baltistan in connection with the sad demise of His Highness Aga Khan-IV, Shah Karim Al-Hussaini, the spiritual leader of the Ismaili Community,
2. All Government offices/departments in Gilgit-Baltistan shall remain closed on the 6th February, 2025.
BY ORDER OF THE COMPETENT AUTHORITY
DEPUTY SECRETARY(GAD)
A Tribute to Aga Khan-IV – A Day of Remembrance in Gilgit-Baltistan:
The declaration of a public holiday in Gilgit-Baltistan on 6th February 2025 underscores the deep respect and admiration for His Highness Aga Khan-IV and his global contributions to education, healthcare, and social development. His leadership and vision have left a lasting impact on countless lives, especially within the Ismaili community in Pakistan and beyond.
This official holiday will provide an opportunity for reflection and commemoration, allowing people to pay tribute to Aga Khan-IV’s legacy. As Gilgit-Baltistan observes this day of mourning, it is a moment for communities to unite and honor a leader whose efforts in humanitarian development remain unparalleled.
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