Legit.ng reports that the central bank shared the notice through its official X (formerly Twitter) account, saying the closure is in keeping with the public holiday that the Government of Pakistan declared for that date. The State Bank of Pakistan will remain closed on Friday, August 14, 2026, as the country marks its Independence Day public holiday. Photo credit: @ShehbazDigitalSource: TwitterAugust 14 holiday affects bankingAugust 14 holds deep national significance in Pakistan. It is the date in 1947 when the country gained independence from British colonial rule, and it has been observed as a public holiday ever since. The date for the summer bank holiday is formally listed on the government's public holiday calendar for all three nations.