Delhi Govt Declares Public Holiday on Nov 25: What's the Reason?

Delhi has declared November 25 a public holiday to allow residents to participate in the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib.

Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said Guru Sahib's "timeless message of courage, compassion, and freedom of faith continues to guide and inspire people," as the capital hosts large scale commemorations at the Red Fort.

Holiday Declared for Citywide Participation

Rekha Gupta had earlier urged people from Delhi and beyond to join the three day observance from November 23 to 25 at the historic Red Fort. Calling it the capital's "good fortune" to host the anniversary events, she encouraged families to attend in large numbers.

"It is Delhi's good fortune that we are able to celebrate the 350th martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur here in Delhi in the form of a congregation... Yesterday and the day before, we organised a grand three-day congregation at the Red Fort for the 350th martyrdom day of Guru Tegh Bahadur. I would like every family to come here... The Delhi government has also declared a public holiday on the 25th so that everyone can celebrate this festival together," she told ANI.

What Will Be Closed and What Remains Open

Most government offices and departments will remain closed on November 25, along with all government run schools and many private schools.

Emergency services will continue uninterrupted, and all government hospitals will operate as usual. Public transport services including the Delhi Metro, DTC buses and taxis will function normally.

CM Rekha Gupta Serves at the Langar

The opening day saw CM Rekha Gupta performing Seva at the langar arranged for devotees attending the congregation. Thousands participated in the service.

Sharing her thoughts on X, she wrote, "Today, my heart is filled with contentment through the service of langar... Today, participating in and serving at the martyrdom congregation of Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Ji atop the Red Fort is a matter of great pride for me."

She expressed gratitude to devotees for their presence and encouraged people to join the remaining events.

Devotees Gather in Large Numbers

The commemorations have drawn steady crowds at the Red Fort, with spiritual gatherings, langar services and tributes paying homage to Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib.

The holiday aims to ensure that more families can take part in the concluding day of the observance.