Chutti Manao, Diwali Hai

The caretaker Sindh government has declared November 13 a public holiday for the Hindu community, marking the vibrant festival of Diwali.

A notification issued by the provincial government confirmed the holiday, stating, “The Government of Sindh declares 13th November, 2023 (Monday) as Holiday for Hindu Community on the occasion of DIWALI for all Government offices, Autonomous Bodies, Semi-Autonomous Bodies, Corporations and Local Councils under the administrative control of Government of Sindh.”

The Sindh Government has declared November 13, 2023 (Monday) as a holiday for the Hindu community on account of the religious festival #Diwali2023 pic.twitter.com/RgaCgenFSN

— Sindh Information Department (@sindhinfodepart) November 6, 2023

This decision by the Sindh government highlights a gesture of inclusivity and respect for the diverse religious festivities observed within the province.

Moreover, provincial authorities had previously announced November 9 as a public holiday in honor of Iqbal Day, as per an official notification disseminated across various government departments.

This measure aims to commemorate the influential legacy of Allama Iqbal, a renowned poet, philosopher, and politician, who played a pivotal role in shaping the ideological foundations of Pakistan.