Government Declares Public Holiday in 14 Districts
The Sindh government has officially announced a public holiday in 14 districts on 24th September 2025 to facilitate smooth conduct of the local body by-elections. This decision aims to make it easier for voters to participate and ensure that all citizens can exercise their voting rights without any inconvenience.
سندھ حکومت نے بلدیاتی ضمنی انتخابات 2025 کے سلسلے میں صوبے کے 14 اضلاع میں 24 ستمبر کو عام تعطیل کا اعلان کر دیا ہے۔ اس فیصلے کا مقصد ووٹرز کو انتخابات میں حصہ لینے میں سہولت فراہم کرنا اور تمام سرکاری دفاتر اور اداروں کو بند رکھ کر عوام کو زیادہ وقت دینا ہے۔
ان 14 اضلاع میں گھوٹکی، سکھر، خیرپور، میرپورخاص، عمرکوٹ، مٹیاری، حیدرآباد، جامشورو، دادو، بدین، ٹھٹھہ، کراچی ویسٹ، کراچی ایسٹ اور کیماڑی شامل ہیں۔ اس تعطیل کے ذریعے سندھ حکومت عوام کو انتخابات میں آسانی سے حصہ لینے کی سہولت فراہم کر رہی ہے، تاکہ ہر شہری اپنے حقِ رائے دہی کا بھرپور استعمال کر سکے۔
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Districts Observing the Holiday
According to the official notification, the public holiday will be observed in the following 14 districts:
- Ghotki
- Sukkur
- Khairpur
- Mirpurkhas
- Umerkot
- Matiari
- Hyderabad
- Jamshoro
- Dadu
- Badin
- Thatta
- Karachi West
- Karachi East
- Kemari
On this day, all government offices, institutions, and departments in these districts will remain closed to provide voters with maximum convenience.
Purpose of the Holiday: Facilitating Voter Participation
The main reason behind declaring this holiday is to support citizens in casting their votes without facing work-related obstacles. By keeping government offices closed, the Sindh government aims to increase voter turnout and ensure the by-elections are conducted efficiently.
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Impact on Government Offices and Services
During the holiday, all official departments, offices, and institutions across the 14 districts will not operate. Citizens are advised to plan their work accordingly and be aware that public services may be temporarily unavailable on this day.
Important Instructions for Citizens
- Citizens should carry their CNICs or other valid identification while going to vote.
- Stay updated with the official notifications from the Sindh Election Commission.
- Ensure to reach the polling stations on time to avoid long queues.
- Follow all election day rules and regulations to ensure a smooth voting experience.
Conclusion
The 24th September 2025 holiday in 14 districts demonstrates the Sindh government’s commitment to making the local body by-elections accessible for all voters. Citizens are encouraged to participate responsibly and make their voices heard in this important democratic process.