Public Holiday : After the long Dussehra and Diwali vacations, schools, colleges, and offices have reopened. Now people are waiting for the next holiday. Let us tell you that the wait is almost over—on 24 November 2025, the entire nation will observe Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Divas with devotion and respect. On this occasion, several states have declared a public holiday.
States including Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Uttarakhand have issued official notifications for the holiday. Schools, banks, and government offices will remain closed on this day. Special religious programs will be organized in Gurudwaras across the country. In Uttar Pradesh, all government and private schools, colleges, and educational institutions will also remain closed.
Two Days of Public Holiday
Since Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Divas falls on a Monday, students will get a two-day break.
- 23 November (Sunday) – Weekly holiday
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24 November (Monday) – Public holiday
With these two consecutive holidays, schools will remain closed for the entire weekend. Ministry offices, government departments, courts, municipal corporations, and local bodies will also remain shut on November 24.
Banks Will Also Remain Closed
The RBI Holiday Calendar 2025 also mentions this holiday. According to it, banks will remain closed in several states, including Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Chandigarh, and Jammu & Kashmir.
On 24 November, customers will not be able to avail cash transactions, cheque clearance, or most offline banking services. People are advised to complete important banking tasks by 22 November.
However:
- Online banking services will remain available
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ATMs will continue to operate
Normal banking operations will resume on 25 November.
What to Do During the Holiday? (Holiday Activity Ideas)
If you’re wondering how to spend this two-day break, here are some meaningful and enjoyable ideas:
1. Visit a Gurudwara
Since it is Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Divas, visiting a nearby Gurudwara, listening to kirtan, or participating in langar can make the day spiritually fulfilling.
2. Spend Time with Family
Use this long weekend to reconnect with your family. Enjoy a meal together, watch a movie, or simply relax at home.
3. Short Trip or Weekend Getaway
Two days are perfect for a quick trip. You can visit:
- Nearby hill stations
- Religious sites
- Nature parks
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Heritage destinations
4. Clean and Organize Your Home
If you missed post-Diwali cleaning, this weekend is a great time to tidy up your home and organize your belongings.
5. Catch Up on Pending Work or Studies
Students can use the break to revise notes or complete pending assignments. Professionals can plan the upcoming week.
6. Relax and Refresh
Take time for yourself:
- Read a book
- Meditate
- Go for a long walk
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Try a new hobby
7. Social Service
You can also participate in community service, donate food or clothes, or volunteer at a Gurudwara langar.