Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day
روز شهید
Details
- Country
Afghanistan- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- National Day
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- September 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 1 month before
Notes
Commemorates the assassination of Ahmad Shah Massoud in 2001 and honors Afghan martyrs.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day a public holiday in Afghanistan?
- Yes, Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day is an official public holiday in Afghanistan. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day 2026?
- Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day 2026 falls on September 9, 2026.
- What is Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day called locally in Afghanistan?
- Martyrs' and Ahmad Shah Massoud Day is locally known as "روز شهید" in Afghanistan.