The Punjab Government’s Services and General Administration Department issued a notification on December 26, 2023, outlining the public holidays for the year 2024 in the Punjab Province.
Accoridng to the notification,these holidays provide valuable information for residents, businesses, and government employees, helping them plan their schedules accordingly.
It’s important to note that the Federal Government had previously issued a Notification of Public and Optional Holidays for 2024 in Pakistan, which applies nationwide. The Punjab-specific holidays complement the federal list and are specific to the province.
Here is the list of public holidays for the Punjab Province in 2024:
- New Year’s Day – January 1, 2024 (Sunday)
- Kashmir Day – February 5, 2024 (Monday)
- Pakistan Day – March 23, 2024 (Saturday)
- Labour Day – May 1, 2024 (Wednesday)
- Eid-ul-Fitr – To be determined based on the Islamic lunar calendar
- Independence Day – August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
- Eid-ul-Adha – To be determined based on the Islamic lunar calendar
- Ashura – To be determined based on the Islamic lunar calendar
- Eid Milad-un-Nabi (PBUH) – To be determined based on the Islamic lunar calendar
- Quaid-e-Azam Day – December 25, 2024 (Wednesday)
- Christmas Day – December 25, 2024 (Wednesday)
These holidays cater to various cultural, religious, and national events, allowing residents of the Punjab Province to commemorate and celebrate these significant occasions. Employers and businesses are advised to take note of these holidays to facilitate their workforce accordingly.
It’s essential to remain aware of any potential updates or changes to the holiday schedule throughout the year, as government notifications can occasionally be subject to revisions. Additionally, individuals and organizations are encouraged to plan their activities and events around these dates to ensure a smooth and productive year ahead.
Bank Holidays,2024
| Sr.No | Day and Dates |
| 1. | Monday1st January,2024 |
| 2. | Monday11th March,2024 |
| 3. | Monday1st July,2024 |
List of Public Holidays in Punjab,2024
| Sr.No | Name of Occasion | Days and Dates |
| 1. | Kashmir day | Monday 5th February 2024 |
| 2. | Pakistan day | Saturday 23rd March 2004 |
| 3. | Eid ul Fitr | Wednesday Thursday and Friday 10th 11th and 12th April 2024 |
| 4. | Labour Day | 01st May,2024 |
| 5. | Eid ul Azha | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday17th ,18th and 19th June ,2020 |
| 6. | Ashura | Tuesday and Wednesday16th and 17th July,2020 |
| 7. | Independence Day | Wednesday 14th August,2024 |
| 8. | Allama Iqbal Day | Saturday09th November,2024 |
| 9. | Quaid e Azam Day /Christmas | Wednesday25th December,2020 |
| 10. | Day After Christmas | Thursday26th December,2024 |
List of Optional Holidays in Punjab,2024
| Sr.No | Occasion Name | Day and Date |
| 1. | New Year Day | Monday1st January,2024 |
| 2. | Basant /Punchami | Wednesday14th Feb,2024 |
| 3. | Shivratri | Friday08th March,2024 |
| 4. | Shab e Mairaj | Wednesday07th February 2024 |
| 5. | Holi | Sunday24th March,2024 |
| 6. | Dhulandi | Monday25th March,2024 |
| 7. | Shab e Barat | Sunday25th February,2024 |
| 8. | Buddha Purnima | SaturdaySaturday23rd March,2024 |
| 9. | Good Friday | Friday29th March,2024 |
| 10. | Easter | Sunday/Monday31st March,2024 |
| 11. | Baisakhi | Saturday13th April,2024 |
| 12. | Eid e Rizwan | Sunday21st April,2024 |
| 13. | Naouroze | Thursday15th August,2024 |
| 14. | Birthday of Lord Zorostar | Tuesday20th August |
| 15. | Janam Ashtami | Monday26th August |
| 16. | Chehlum | Wednesday27th August,2024 |
| 17. | Durga Pooja | Friday11th October,2024 |
| 18. | Dusehra | Saturday12th October,2024 |
| 19. | Giyaaree Shareef | Wednesday16th October,2024 |
| 20. | Birthday of Guruu Vamik Sawami Joe | Tuesday17th October,2024 |
| 21. | Diwaali | Friday01sg November ,2024 |
| 22. | Guruu Nanak Jee Birthday | Friday15th November ,2024 |
