The interim government of Sindh has made December 25th and 26th, 2024, public holidays. This shows that they value diversity and acceptance of different traditions. The announcement was made in honour of Quaid-e-Azam Day, which celebrates the birth of Pakistan’s founder, Mohammad Ali Jinnah, and Christmas, a significant holiday for Christians.
Sindh Announces Public Holiday for Both Christmas and Quaid-e-Azam Day
The Services, General Administration & Coordination Department of the Sindh government made the announcement, signifying that all offices, autonomous bodies, semi-autonomous bodies, corporations, and local councils under the administrative control of the Sindh government will observe the holiday. This act aims to enable people to celebrate these significant events with their families and communities.
To Be Clear About Holiday Dates
The Sindh government made December 25th a public holiday to honour Quaid-e-Azam Day and Christmas. However, it is important to note that the government did not declare December 26th as a public holiday for Christians, despite what some local media outlets said. The government has made it clear that the holiday includes all officers and groups that aren’t doing essential work.
Expectations for Federal and Provincial Declarations
The Sindh government’s move sets the stage for the federal government and other provincial governments to follow suit and make Quaid-e-Azam Day a public holiday. December 25 has always been an important day for the whole country because it is a public holiday. The Cabinet Division included it in the list of holidays they announced earlier this year.
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Inclusivity and Recognition of Diversity
Making December 26th, the day after Christmas, a public holiday for Christians shows that the province is willing to recognize and respect the different religious and cultural groups that live there. This open approach shows that the government wants to bring people together and help them understand each other.