Labour Day - 1st May 2023
Labour Day is a prominent public holiday observed on May 1st each year worldwide, including Pakistan. Labour Day, also known as "May Day" in Pakistan, is observed to recognize and honor the efforts made by workers to the growth and advancement of the nation. The first International Labour Day was observed on May 1st in 1930 by the All India Labour Conference in Madras, which is where the history of Labour Day in Pakistan began. Workers and labour unions in Pakistan backed this resolution, which ultimately resulted in the declaration of Labour Day as a national holiday. In Pakistan, Labour Day is a day set aside for workers to honour their accomplishments, recognize their rights, and call for improved working conditions. Workers can express their issues, complaints, and requests at this period for improved pay, benefits, and job security. Across the nation, labour unions, political parties, and civil society organizations host rallies, marches, and speeches to commemorate...