Retail, Consumer Services and Public Utility Company Employees Day is observed in Tajikistan every first Sunday of June. This holiday celebrates the contributions of employees in the retail, consumer services, and public utility sectors, which are essential for maintaining infrastructure and providing various services that enhance daily life. The holiday has its origins in the Soviet era, established in 1966, and was originally celebrated on the fourth Sunday of July. After the Soviet Union's dissolution, while many former republics discontinued the holiday or separated it into distinct observances, Tajikistan continued to recognize it, moving the date to the first Sunday of June. Although it is not a public holiday, it is a non-working day for those who work Monday to Friday, as it always falls on a weekend. The significance of this day reflects the importance of the service sector, which constitutes about half of Tajikistan's GDP.