Muharram Holiday 2026 Confirmed: Central Government Declared Public Holiday, Long Weekend for Employees & Students
The suspense over the Muharram holiday date has finally ended.
Islamic New Year 1448 Hijri has officially begun.
A one-day moon-sighting difference occurred between Gulf countries and India.
Muharram started on June 16 in Gulf nations and June 17 in India.
Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, is the holiest day of the month.
Gulf countries will observe Ashura on June 25, while India will observe it on June 26.
The Central Government has declared June 26 (Friday) a Gazetted Public Holiday.
Education Institutions, Banks, post offices, government offices, BSE, and NSE will remain closed on June 26.
Friday holiday plus weekend means a 3-day long weekend for millions of employees and students!
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