Shab-e-Barat is being observed across Pakistan today with religious devotion and respect. On this occasion, special night-long prayers, nawafil, and supplications are being offered in mosques throughout the country, while strict security arrangements have been put in place to maintain peace and order.
Shab-e-Barat is also known as Lailatul Mubarakah and Lailatul Rehmat. According to Islamic traditions, this blessed night is associated with forgiveness, mercy, and salvation, during which believers seek Allah’s forgiveness and pledge to lead a righteous life.
Religious Significance
Islamic teachings describe Shab-e-Barat as a night when:
- Allah’s mercy descends upon believers
- Sins are forgiven
- Prayers and repentance are accepted
Muslims spend the night in worship, repentance, recitation of the Holy Quran, and prayers for themselves and the Muslim Ummah.
Public Arrangements and Security
Authorities across major cities have made special security arrangements around mosques and religious gatherings to ensure safety during night-time prayers.
Educational Institutions Closed
In view of Shab-e-Barat:
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Sindh government has announced a public holiday on Wednesday, February 4, for all public and private schools and colleges.
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The Punjab government has also declared February 4 as a public holiday across the province, issuing an official notification.
Conclusion
With religious enthusiasm at its peak, Muslims across Pakistan are spending this sacred night in ibadah, dua, and remembrance of Allah, seeking forgiveness and blessings.
