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The federal government has declared September 17, Tuesday, a public holiday to observe Eid Milad-un-Nabi, marking the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
A notification from the Cabinet Division confirmed that all schools, colleges, and public and private offices will remain closed on this day. The Punjab government has also announced a holiday on the same date for 12th Rabiul Awwal.
The Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee, after meeting on Wednesday, confirmed that the moon for Rabiul Awwal was not sighted, declaring the 12th of the month will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 17.
Muslims globally commemorate the Prophet's birth on 12th Rabiul Awwal, also known as Mawlid al-Nabawi, the third month of the Islamic lunar calendar.
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