NO.SO (A&T-1)/SE&LD/DCN/9(3)/2024
06-February-2025
School Education & Literacy Department, Government Of Sindh
Sindh Schools to Observe Holiday on 14th February for Shab-e-Barat:
The Government of Sindh has officially announced a public holiday for all public and private schools across the province on 14th February 2025 in observance of Shab-e-Barat (15th Shaban-1446 AH). This decision was made in a Sub-committee meeting of the Steering Committee on Education held on 28th November 2024.
As per the notification issued by the School Education & Literacy Department, Sindh, all educational institutions under its administrative control will remain closed on the said date. The directive applies to both government and private schools, ensuring that students and staff can observe this important Islamic occasion.
Shab-e-Barat is regarded as a night of forgiveness, prayers, and spiritual reflection in Islam, and many schools and institutions observe a holiday to allow students and teachers to participate in religious activities. Notification Describes;
GOVERNMENT OF SINDH
SCHOOL EDUCATION & LITERACY DEPARTMENT
Karachi, the dated 6th February, 2025
NOTIFICATION
NO.SO (A&T-1)/SE&LD/DCN/9(3)/2024: In pursuance of the decision taken in the Sub- committee meeting of Steering Committee on Education, held on 28″ November, 2024, all public & Private Educational Institutions under the Administrative Control of School Education & Literacy Department, Government of Sindh shall remain closed on Friday, 14th February, 2025 on account of Shab-e-Barat (15th Shaban-1446).
SECRETARY TO GOVERNMENT OF SINDH
NO.SO (A&T-1)/SE&LD/DCN/9(3)/2024: Karachi dated 6th February, 2025
Conclusion: Sindh Government Ensures Smooth Implementation of Holiday Directive:
The announcement of a public holiday on 14th February 2025 for Shab-e-Barat reflects the Government of Sindh’s commitment to accommodating religious observances within the academic calendar. All public and private educational institutions must comply with this directive and ensure proper communication with students and staff.
Authorities have also instructed the Director School Education, Director Inspection & Registration of Private Institutions, and relevant officials to circulate this notification among all institutions. Furthermore, media outlets have been directed to publish the announcement for public awareness. For further updates on Government Notifications, school holidays, and educational policies, stay connected with Vocal Pakistan—your trusted source for official updates.
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