BISP Offices Closed Due to Eid ul Adha Holidays
BISP Offices Closed
After the announcement of Eid-ul-Adha holidays, all BISP offices will be closed for the next five days. The government of Pakistan has declared a five-day official holiday for Eid ul-Adha. Consequently, the BISP has paused payments and halted the registration process during this period.
Tentative Holiday Timetable
| Date | Day | Event |
|---|---|---|
| June 15 | Saturday | Weekend Holiday |
| June 16 | Sunday | Weekend Holiday |
| June 17 | Monday | Eid ul Adha |
| June 18 | Tuesday | Eid ul Adha |
| June 19 | Wednesday | Eid ul Adha |
BISP Holiday Schedule for Eid al Adha
Eid ul Adha holidays will be from June 17 to June 19. Due to the weekend, all government departments, including BISP, started their holidays from June 15. The Government of Pakistan, after consulting relevant departments, has declared the last holiday on June 19.
Significance of Eid ul Adha
Eid ul Adha, or the Festival of Sacrifice, is a significant Islamic celebration that commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. Muslims mark the occasion by sacrificing animals like goats, sheep, and cows, and sharing the meat with family, friends, and those in need.
When will the BISP Offices Open After the Holidays
The BISP offices will reopen on June 20, following the holidays. From Thursday, June 20, all offices will resume normal operations. After this date, people from poor and deserving families can visit the BISP offices to complete registration and receive payments.
Conclusion
The BISP offices will remain closed from June 15 to June 19 due to Eid-ul-Adha holidays. This closure includes the weekend before Eid, totaling five days. During this period, the BISP’s payment and registration processes will be paused. After the holidays, all offices will reopen on June 20. Eid ul Adha is a significant Islamic festival that emphasizes sacrifice and sharing, reflecting the tradition of distributing meat to family, friends, and the less fortunate.
