On March 26th, 2025, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir has announced a change in the date for the observance of the Shab-i-Qadr holiday. Initially scheduled for March 27th, 2025 (Thursday), the holiday has now been postponed to March 28th, 2025 (Friday).
Key Highlights:
- New Date for Holiday: March 28th, 2025 (Friday)
- Original Date: March 27th, 2025 (Thursday)
- Issued by: Government of Jammu and Kashmir, General Administration Department
This change in the holiday schedule comes as a part of a modification to the earlier government orders issued on December 29, 2024. The revised date now aligns Shab-i-Qadr with a Friday, which will be observed across the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.
Impact:
The adjustment in the holiday schedule ensures that government offices and public institutions will be closed on Friday, March 28th, 2025, allowing people to mark the significant occasion of Shab-i-Qadr on the updated date.
This notice serves as an important update for all residents and workers in Jammu and Kashmir, ensuring they are informed about the new holiday observance.