Sindh Government Declares Monday a Public Holiday for the Hindu Community to Celebrate Diwali; Provincial Cabinet Approves Festive Holiday
KARACHI: The Sindh government has announced a public holiday for the Hindu community in the province on Monday to celebrate their most important festival, Diwali.
The decision was taken at a high-level provincial cabinet meeting at the Chief Minister’s House presided by Sindh Chief Minister. The transfer is a testament to the unwavering resolve and commitment of the provincial government to show respect, safeguard and promote the cultural and religious traditions of minority communities that live in Sindh.
The Sindh government has announced Diwali holiday for the next few days in the province.The Sindh government has announced few days holiday on Diwali in the province.
The provincial cabinet gave the formal approval to the holiday at its meeting held in the CM House and this means that Hindu employees and citizens can enjoy the festivities without any restrictions.
Cultural and Religious Significance: Diwali, also referred to as the “Festival of Lights”, is the most prominent celebration of the Hindu people; homes, temples and streets are lit up with traditional lamps and diyas.
Across Sindh: The festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm, religious fervor and zeal by the Hindu community in numerous towns and cities of Sindh as well as Pakistan.