The Sindh government said there will be a public holiday on August 20th, Tuesday. This day is for the Urs of Saint Hazrat Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai. The holiday is for the whole province.
This holiday is to honor Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai. He was a famous Sufi poet. His work is loved by many in Sindh. On this day, all schools, offices, and businesses will be closed.
The Urs celebration will last for three days. It will happen in Bhit Shah. This is where Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai lived and where his shrine is today. Many people come to this place to show respect.
During the Urs, the government will have many events. There will be a Shah Latif Literary Conference. There will also be wrestling matches and Sufi music shows. You can see exhibitions about farming and industry too. A cultural village will show Sindhi traditions. The Shah Latif Award will also be given to honor people who help Sindhi culture.
This holiday shows how important Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai’s work is. His poetry and teachings still inspire many people today, not just in Sindh but around the world.