Summary
- The Sindh government has announced a public holiday for all public and private educational institutions on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 in observance of the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA).
- Every year the Sindh government declares a holiday for the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA).
- It is important to note that educational institutions in Sindh are scheduled to reopen on August 3, 2026, after the summer vacation, before closing again the following day for the Chehlum holiday.
The Sindh government has announced a public holiday for all public and private educational institutions on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 in observance of the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA).
According to the Sindh School Education Department an official notification has been issued confirming that all government and private schools across the province will remain closed.
Public and private colleges will also observe the holiday.
The order applies to all educational institutions in Sindh, and the department has instructed school and college administrations to fully follow the notification.
Every year the Sindh government declares a holiday for the Chehlum of Hazrat Imam Hussain (RA).
This year’s announcement has been made in advance so that students parents and teachers can plan their schedules accordingly.
It is important to note that educational institutions in Sindh are scheduled to reopen on August 3, 2026, after the summer vacation, before closing again the following day for the Chehlum holiday.
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