ISLAMABAD: The Office of the District Magistrate has announced that April 9th and 10th, Thursday and Friday, will be local holidays within the Islamabad Capital Territory.
This announcement affects all government offices and institutions in the region, providing a brief break for the public. However, essential services will remain operational to ensure that critical infrastructure continues to function smoothly.
Local Holidays Announced in Islamabad – 9th & 10th April.
As per the notification issued by the Office of the District Magistrate, 9th and 10th April 2026 (Thursday & Friday) have been declared Local Holidays within the revenue limits of Islamabad Capital Territory.
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These essential services include the Metropolitan Corporation Islamabad (MCI), Capital Development Authority (CDA), ICT Administration, ICT Police, Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO), Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited (SNGPL), and hospitals and healthcare facilities.
Residents are encouraged to plan their activities accordingly, as some services may be impacted during this period. For any urgent matters, residents should contact the relevant essential service departments.
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According to a notification issued by the Department of Secondary and Elementary Education, this decision has come into effect immediately. Under the new education model, all government schools in the province will now have holidays on Fridays and Saturdays in addition to Sundays. According to the Education Department, this major change in working hours has been made in view of the continuous increase in fuel prices and shortage of supply to reduce travel expenses.
