Lahore: On the occasion of Shab-e-Baraat which is regarded as one of the most holy nights by the Muslims, the University of Karachi will remain closed on Friday, July 6, 2012, University registrar told Thursday.
The holiday announcement is also valid for the colleges affiliated with the University and they will too remain closed on the holy occasion.
However, the examinations that were scheduled on the day will be held on the same timings and same date. It is to mention here that the holiday has been announced on this day so that the students could observe it with huge respect and reverence and not wasting it by cracking fires throughout the night.