{
  "id": 18330891,
  "title": "Punjab Announces Public Holiday",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/05/punjab-announces-public-holiday",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-05T15:35:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/11/05/punjab-announces-public-holiday-3/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The provincial government of Punjab has declared Monday, November 9, a public holiday to observe the birth anniversary of renowned poet Allama Muhammad Iqbal. This decision was communicated on Thursday, November 5, by the Services and General Administration Department (S&GAD). Employees who already have Sunday off will enjoy a two-day break, while those with Saturday off will have a three-day holiday from November 7 to 9. The holiday will be observed throughout Punjab, as per the federal Cabinet Division’s circular issued on November 5. The provincial government has also instructed that the announcement be published in major newspapers and widely publicized through electronic media. Allama Iqbal Day is annually celebrated on November 9 to honor the birth of this influential poet and philosopher.",
  "summary": "The Punjab government has declared Monday, November 9, a public holiday across the province to mark the birth anniversary of … Read More The post Punjab Announces Public Holiday appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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}