Schools To Remain Closed In These States Tomorrow Due To Guru Nanak Jayanti

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On November 5, 2025, many schools across India will observe a holiday due to two significant religious events: Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Prakash Utsav or Gurpurab, and Kartik Purnima. This dual observance will particularly affect educational institutions in North India and major urban centers where these festivals are widely celebrated and deeply rooted in local traditions.

While closures are expected in regions with significant Sikh and Hindu populations, the holiday status may vary in other parts of the country. Parents and guardians are advised to consult official school communications and local announcements for precise details regarding closures in their specific area, as decisions can differ between states, districts, and even individual schools.

The holiday is observed for Guru Nanak Jayanti, which is listed as a Gazetted Holiday by the Central Government. The majority of schools in large cities and across North India will be closed.

States like Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and the National Capital Region that have sizable Sikh and Hindu populations will close their educational institutions on November 5th, a major religious holiday.

Other states like Uttarakhand, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan are among those “likely” to close schools for the day.

The holy festival of Guru Nanak Jayanti will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 5. The auspicious occasion marks the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. The day, also known as Gurpurab or Guru Nanak Prakash Utsav, is an occasion of worship, remembrance, and spiritual enlightenment.

Sikhs across the world honour the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, whose message of the oneness of God, love, and compassion remains one of humanity’s most profound moral guides.

The day spreads the message of love, harmony, and unity, as people come together to commemorate the life and teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji through prayers, kirtans, langars (community meals), and seva (selfless service). The celebration is characterised by devotion, humility, and meditation.