The Delhi government has declared November 25 a public holiday to commemorate the 350th Shaheedi Diwas (Martyrdom Day) of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib, the Ninth Sikh Guru.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the holiday, stating it would allow citizens to participate in the grand three-day commemoration held at the Red Fort from November 23 to 25 and reflect on Guru Sahib’s “timeless message of courage, compassion, and freedom of faith.”
What’s Closed and What Remains Open on November 25
The public holiday will affect most government services and institutions across the capital:
| Status | Institutions/Services | Details |
| CLOSED | Government Offices & Departments | Most departments under the Delhi government are expected to remain shut. |
| Schools & Colleges | All government-run schools and many private schools are expected to be closed. | |
| OPEN | Public Transport | Delhi Metro, DTC and cluster buses, autos, and taxis will function normally as per schedule to facilitate movement of commuters and devotees. |
| Essential Services | Emergency services and government hospitals will remain fully functional. |
Commemoration Events
The holiday coincides with the conclusion of the three-day congregation organized by the Delhi government at the Red Fort to honor the Guru’s sacrifice against tyranny and injustice. CM Rekha Gupta personally performed Seva (selfless service) at the langar (community kitchen) on the opening day of the commemoration.