Pakistan’s government announces a public holiday on Wednesday, Aug 26, 2026, to mark Eid Miladun Nabi, the celebration of the birth of Prophet Muhammad.
According to a notification cited by multiple outlets, the holiday is set for 12th Rabiul Awwal 1448 AH and is issued by the Cabinet Division following a directive from the prime minister. The announcement is described as being in continuation of earlier government circulars listing public and optional holidays for the year.
Outlets also reference the role of the Central Ruet-i-Hilal Committee in determining the date. The committee chairman is reported as stating that the Rabiul Awwal moon was not sighted on Aug 13, which leads to Eid-i-Miladun Nabi being observed on Aug 26. While outlets differ slightly in wording and emphasis—such as pointing to citizens’ celebrations versus the formal notification—they agree on the date and occasion.
