Youm-e-Takbeer: Public holiday declared on May 28

The federal government has announced a public holiday to observe Youm-e-Takbeer on Wednesday, May 28.

The day commemorates the success of the Chagai-I and Chagai-II series of nuclear tests, which made Pakistan the seventh country in the world to possess nuclear weapons.

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) will also observe Youm-e-Takbeer as a holiday.

While schools are officially closed for summer vacations, a notification issued by the School Education Department states that Youm-e-Takbeer will still be celebrated in schools, with special programmes to be organised during morning assemblies.

Schools in Punjab have been instructed to hold debate competitions, national song contests, and art activities, as well as pay tribute to the Pakistan Army, accompanied by the national anthem and prayers.

Top winners at the district level will be awarded a prize of Rs. 50,000. Summer vacations will also be formally announced at the conclusion of the ceremonies in schools.

Similarly, the Sindh government has also announced a holiday, with all provincial offices, including local councils and other government departments, to remain closed.