The Punjab government declared May 1, 2025 (Wednesday) as a public holiday to celebrate International Labour Day, which honors work contributions and employee rights throughout the global community.

Public Holiday on May 1 For Labour Day

A message from the Services and General Administration Department (S&GAD) declared that all Punjab-based government facilities combined including educational centers along with banks, and the majority of private sector enterprises, will observe a shutdown on this day. As a national tradition,n Pakistan celebrates Labour Day through approved workplace closures to honor the difficulties and accomplishments of the working people.

May Day or Labour Day enjoys recognition in about 80 different nations as it honors the determined efforts of workers to fight for fair compensation, along with better premises and workplace rights. Trade unions and labor organizations, together with civil society groups of Pakistan, organize traditional Labor Day commemoration activities through rallies and awareness seminars, and educational events.

This year marks the scheduled execution of various programs in key Pakistani locations, including Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, along Lahore, that will ascertain workers’ welfare and enforce minimum wage requirements and develop occupational safety protocols. Additional measures to strengthen labour protection, besides promoting fair employment practices, have been indicated by official government representatives.

Labour Minister of Punjab expressed in brief remarks, “Labour Day represents our dedication to protect worker dignity together with employee welfare beyond being a simple holiday.” Various improvements are being developed by us to improve labor rights throughout the province.

The national holiday will grant workers and their families an opportunity to gather with their families and honor their economic contributions to the province while honoring their rights.

Due to today’s challenging economic environment, various Punjab labour unions will organize peaceful awareness events that promote workers’ justice and fair wages.