🌟 Sindh Government Declares Public Holiday on August 9 for Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai Urs
The Sindh Government has officially declared August 9, 2025, as a province-wide public holiday to commemorate the Urs of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, the revered Sufi poet and spiritual figure of Sindh. The announcement was made through a notification issued by the Services, General Administration and Coordination Department (SGA&CD).
This annual Urs celebration is held at the shrine of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai in Bhit Shah, located in Matiari District, and it marks the 282nd Urs this year. It draws thousands of devotees, scholars, and Sufi followers from across Pakistan and abroad to pay homage to the Sufi saint whose poetry and teachings continue to inspire spiritual harmony and peace.
🔵 The public holiday will apply to all government offices, educational institutions, and autonomous bodies across Sindh.
🔵 The Sindh Urs holiday 2025 will facilitate large-scale participation in traditional events, including Sufi music, Kafi recitations, spiritual gatherings, and public prayers.
🔵 Law enforcement agencies have been directed to ensure tight security around the shrine and in nearby towns during the three-day Urs celebrations.
🔵 The Sindh government emphasized the significance of preserving the Sufi legacy and promoting peace, tolerance, and unity through such cultural and religious events.
This public holiday reflects the province's deep respect and pride in its spiritual heritage, especially in honoring Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai — a poet whose verses echo the soul of Sindh.
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