Sindh Colleges Closed on January 28, 2025, for Shab-e-Mairaj

The Sindh College Education Department has officially announced that all public and private educational institutions under its jurisdiction will remain closed on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in observance of Shab-e-Mairaj.

This decision follows a notification issued by Asif Ikram, Secretary to the Government of Sindh, and references a resolution passed during a meeting of the Sub-Committee of the Steering Committee on Education held on November 28, 2024.

Key Highlights of the Announcement

• Date of Holiday: Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
• Occasion: Shab-e-Mairaj (27th Rajab, 1446).
• Issued by: Sindh College Education Department.
• Approved by: Asif Ikram, Secretary to the Government of Sindh.
• Applies to: All public and private educational institutions in Sindh.

About Shab-e-Mairaj

Shab-e-Mairaj is a significant religious event in the Islamic calendar, marking the night when Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) ascended to the heavens. It is observed on the 27th night of Rajab and holds great spiritual importance for Muslims worldwide.

Religious Practices on Shab-e-Mairaj:

• Spending the night in prayer.
• Seeking blessings and forgiveness.
• Reflecting on the teachings and significance of the event.

Table: Summary of Notification