KARACHI: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has announced that all its offices will remain closed on Monday, November 9, 2026, in observance of Iqbal Day.
The day is celebrated across the country to commemorate the birth anniversary of renowned poet and philosopher Dr Allama Muhammad Iqbal, widely known as the Poet of the East.
Born on November 9, 1877, Allama Iqbal played a significant role in awakening political consciousness among Muslims of the subcontinent and inspiring the struggle for a separate homeland.
His vision and contributions remain an important part of Pakistan’s history.

