Key Takeaways
- All public and private colleges in Sindh will be closed on Tuesday, August 4.
- The decision was approved by the Steering Committee on Education on February 12, 2026.
- The holiday is observed to mark Chehlum of Imam Hussain (R.A.).
Sindh's College Education Department has announced that all public and private colleges in the province will remain closed on Tuesday, August 4, 2026. This decision was made following approval by the Steering Committee on Education during a meeting held on February 12, 2026.
According to an official notification issued on July 31, 2026, the holiday is being observed in honor of Chehlum of Imam Hussain (R.A.), a significant day in Islamic history. The notification specifies that all educational institutions under the administrative control of the College Education Department will observe this holiday.
The department has directed the Director General Colleges Sindh, regional directors, and other relevant authorities to ensure the circulation of the notification among all public and private colleges. This directive aims to guarantee the implementation of the decision across the province without any exceptions.
This announcement affects a wide range of educational institutions, including those that operate under the administrative control of the College Education Department in Sindh. The holiday is intended to provide students and staff with an opportunity to observe the day's significance and engage in related activities.
