The Deputy Commissioner of Attock has issued a notification declaring Thursday, August 28 as a local holiday across the district. The decision has been taken to mark the annual Urs of Hazrat Sakhi Sultan, a revered Sufi saint of the region.
Closure of Offices and Schools
According to the official announcement, all government offices and educational institutions operating under the Attock district administration will remain closed for the day. However, essential services such as healthcare and emergency operations will continue without interruption.
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Annual Urs Observed with Devotion
The Urs of Hazrat Sakhi Sultan is observed each year at Attock Khurd, attracting large numbers of devotees and visitors from different parts of the country. The occasion is marked by religious gatherings, prayers, and traditional rituals in remembrance of the Sufi saint’s spiritual legacy.
