Public Holiday Notification for Labour Day 2025 in Punjab
Government of Punjab Announces Official Holiday on 1st May 2025
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The Government of the Punjab, Services and General Administration Department (Welfare Wing), has officially declared Thursday, 1st May 2025, as a public holiday across the province on the occasion of Labour Day. This decision has been taken in continuation of the prior notification issued on 13th January 2025, listing public and optional holidays for the year.
Scope of the Public Holiday
Applicable Entities
The holiday will be observed in the following government and semi-government entities:
- All Government Offices in Punjab
- Autonomous and Semi-Autonomous Bodies
- Corporations under Punjab Government
- Local Councils across the Province
Exempted Services
- Essential Services will remain operational and are excluded from this public holiday.
Official Notification Summary
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Notification No. | SOW-I(S&GAD)1-3/2008(P-IV) |
| Date Issued | 30th April 2025 |
| Effective Holiday Date | 1st May 2025 (Thursday) |
| Occasion | Labour Day |
| Applies To | Govt. Offices, Corporations, Local Councils |
| Exclusion | Essential Services |
| Issued By | Chief Secretary, Government of Punjab |
Media Coverage Instructions
Publicity Measures
The Chief Secretary has instructed:
- Publication of the notification in all major English and Urdu newspapers.
- Wide coverage through electronic media.
- Notifications to be circulated at both national and regional levels.
Copy Forwarded To (Authorities)
Top Recipients Include:
- Principal Secretaries to Governor & Chief Minister
- Chairman, Planning & Development Board
- Senior Member Board of Revenue
- Inspector General of Police
- All Administrative Secretaries & Heads of Departments
- All Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners
- Punjab Public Service Commission
- Lahore High Court Registrar
- Punjab Service Tribunal Registrar
FAQs
Q1: Is 1st May 2025 a holiday in Punjab?
Yes, it is a public holiday on account of Labour Day as per the official government notification.
Q2: Does the holiday apply to private organizations?
The notification specifically applies to government, autonomous and semi-autonomous bodies under the Punjab Government. Private organizations may follow their internal holiday policies.
Q3: Will hospitals and emergency services remain open?
Yes, essential services including healthcare and emergency services will continue to operate.
Q4: Where can I read the official notice?
The notification will be published in leading newspapers and aired on electronic media.
Conclusion
The Government of Punjab continues its tradition of honoring the contributions of workers by declaring Labour Day 2025 as a public holiday on 1st May (Thursday). Citizens are encouraged to utilize this day to reflect on the importance of labor rights and celebrate the workforce that drives the province forward.
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