The Islamabad Administration has released a public notification revising business timings across the capital, effective April 16, 2026, under ongoing austerity measures.
Shops, markets, and shopping malls must close by 8:00 pm daily, including weekends, with exemptions for pharmacies, hospitals, petrol pumps, CNG stations, and dairy shops.
Restaurants, hotels, grocery stores, bakeries, and food outlets are directed to shut operations by 10:00 pm, though takeaway and home delivery services remain unrestricted.
Marriage halls, marquees, and other commercial event venues must close by 10:00 pm, aligning with the administration’s broader austerity framework to conserve energy resources.
Sports facilities, clubs, and gymnasiums face stricter rules, with mandatory closure by 8:00 pm, reinforcing the commitment to reducing electricity consumption and promoting austerity.
| Category | Closing Time |
|---|---|
| Shops, Markets & Shopping Malls | 8:00 PM |
| Restaurants, Hotels, Grocery & Food Outlets | 10:00 PM |
| Marriage Halls & Commercial Event Venues | 10:00 PM |
| Sports Facilities, Cinemas, Clubs & Gyms | 8:00 PM |
