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World Press Freedom Day

World Press Freedom Day 2026 in Pakistan is observed on اتوار, 3 مئی 2026.

World Press Freedom Day is not an official public holiday in Pakistan — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Pakistan observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Pakistan's official public holidays →
اتوار, 3 مئی 2026
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Dateاتوار, 3 مئی 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Pakistan
Time until79 days ago
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World Press Freedom Day is a public holiday in Pakistan. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

World Press Freedom Day is officially observed as a public holiday in Pakistan. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows World Press Freedom Day's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

World Press Freedom Day observance varies by community and region within Pakistan. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is World Press Freedom Day 2026 in Pakistan?

World Press Freedom Day 2026 in Pakistan is observed on اتوار, 3 مئی 2026.

Is World Press Freedom Day a public holiday in Pakistan?

No. World Press Freedom Day is marked in Pakistan as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until World Press Freedom Day?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has World Press Freedom Day's date in the surrounding years.

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