Whether children or adults, everyone starts to get bored with work as the month ends. At such times, an extra day off, in addition to the weekly holiday, brings joy to everyone. This is exactly what Delhi residents are experiencing. Tomorrow, all schools, colleges, and offices in Delhi will be officially closed. This unexpected break provides a welcome break from the daily grind. November 25, 2025 (Tuesday), has been declared a public holiday to commemorate the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur.

The month of November began with holidays. Some saw festive celebrations, while others witnessed the grandeur of weddings. While winter vacations will begin in December, most schools in Delhi were conducting online classes in November due to pollution (Delhi Pollution). Due to the rising pollution in Delhi, many offices also offered the option of working from home. Meanwhile, the government holidays at the beginning of the week and the end of the month have brought joy to everyone.

School Holiday: Why are schools closed tomorrow?

A government holiday has been declared in some parts of India on November 25, 2025, to commemorate the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur. This day is observed to pay tribute to the supreme sacrifice of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Guru of the Sikhs. His martyrdom symbolizes his unwavering dedication to the protection of religious freedom and human values. This holiday is particularly effective in some states and union territories, including Delhi, where the government has ordered the closure of all schools, colleges, and government offices.

Public Holiday: Rekha Gupta, Government Issues Order
There will be a public holiday on November 25 in the national capital, Delhi, on the occasion of Guru Tegh Bahadur's martyrdom day. The Delhi government has issued an official notification in this regard. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta wrote on the social media platform, "The Delhi Government has decided to declare November 25, 2025, a holiday on the auspicious occasion of the 350th martyrdom day of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji." Guru Sahib's messages of courage, compassion, and religious freedom will always inspire us.

The Delhi government has decided to declare November 25, 2025, a holiday on the auspicious occasion of the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Shri Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji.
Guru Sahib's messages of courage, compassion, and religious freedom will always inspire us.

Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyr's Day: Guru Tegh Bahadur's Sacrifice for the Nation
Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji's sacrifice is a major event in Indian history. He is known as the 'Hind ki Chadar' (Shield of India). He raised his voice against the then-Mughal ruler Aurangzeb to protect religious freedom. His supreme sacrifice reflects his unwavering commitment to the principles of humanity, courage, and morality, which continue to inspire millions today. Rekha Gupta further wrote in her tweet, "Guru Sahib's messages of courage, compassion, and religious freedom will always inspire us."

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