Delhi government declares public holiday on 25 November: What’s closed, what’s open

THe new delhi regime has stated a public holiday on nov 25 to mark the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib. Announcing this in a post on X, the chief minister said Guru Sahib's timeless message of courage, compassion, and freedom of faith continues to guide and inspire people.Delhi CM Rekha Gupta said,"The Delhi Government has decided to declare 25 November 2025 as a Public Holiday to commemorate the sacred occasion of the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji. May Guru Sahib’s timeless message of courage, compassion, and freedom of faith continue to guide and inspire us in our collective journey ahead."What's closed and what's openGovernment offices and departments: Most state government offices are expected to remain shut.Schools and colleges: All government-run schools and many private schools are likely to remain close.Also read| 1 dead, 2 hospitalised after inhaling toxic fumes due to chemical leak in Mumbai’s AndheriHospitals and healthcare services: Emergency services and government hospitals will remain functional.Public transport: Delhi Metro, buses and taxis will function normally as per schedule.Earlier, the Chief Minister invited people from Delhi and across the country to take part in the grand three-day commemoration of the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur, scheduled to be held at the Red Fort from 23 to 25 November.Also read| At G20 Summit, PM Modi proposes global front against drug-terror nexusGuru Tegh Bahadur’s martyrdom day, also known as Shaheedi Diwas, is observed to honour the ninth Sikh Guru, who was executed by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb in 1675. The day commemorates his sacrifice in defence of religious freedom and his stand against forced conversions.The Uttar Pradesh government has revised the gazetted holiday for 2025, moving it from 24 November to 25 November, as per a report by Mint.In Haryana, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said the state government, in collaboration with the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee, is commemorating the 350th martyrdom anniversary of the Guru at Jyotisar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend the event on 25 November.As part of the celebrations, four holy nagar kirtan yatras will travel through all districts of Haryana, concluding in Kurukshetra on 24 November.To mark the occasion, Indian Railways has announced two special train services. A 22-coach train will depart Patna Sahib on 23 November at 6:40 am and reach Sri Anandpur Sahib at 4:15 am on 24 November. Another service will operate from Old Delhi.