Public Advisory: No Public Holiday Declared for May 16, 2025
A press release circulating online claims that Friday, May 16, 2025, has been declared a public holiday across Pakistan in observance of Youm-e-Tashakur (Day of Gratitude), linked to the success of Operation “Ma’araka-e-Haq.” The notice mimics an official Cabinet Division notification but this claim is false.
No government ministry or official authority has confirmed or announced any public holiday for May 16, 2025. All government offices, educational institutions, and businesses are expected to operate as usual on this date.
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What to Know:
- Youm-e-Tashakur will be observed as per the announced event, but it does not entail a public holiday.
- Please do not rely on unverified notifications circulating on social media or other unofficial channels.
Reminder:
For accurate updates on public holidays and official government announcements, always refer to:
- Official websites of the Cabinet Division
- Press Information Department (PID) verified platforms
- Respective government ministries’ websites
Spreading unverified information can cause unnecessary confusion and disruption. Please verify before sharing.
