Pakistan Railways has announced the closure of all railway offices across the country on July 17 in observance of the 10th of Muharram, according to railway authorities.
According to a notification, the decision to close the railway offices on this day was made to honour the significance of the 10th of Muharram, a day of mourning and reflection for the Muslim community. The decision will apply to all railway reservation offices, officials said.
Railway officials emphasized that after July 17, all railway reservation offices and other facilities will resume normal operations without any disruption.
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"We have decided to keep all railway offices closed on July 17 in respect of the solemn occasion of the 10th of Muharram," stated officials, highlighting the temporary nature of the closure.
This decision is aimed at allowing railway staff to observe the day in accordance with religious traditions, while ensuring that services remain unaffected before and after the designated closure date.
The federal government has notified public holidays on the 9th (Tuesday) and 10th (Wednesday) of Muharram. The 9th of Muharram is to be marked on the 16th of July, while the 10th of Muharram is to be marked on July 17.
