Guru Nanak Jayanti 2025: Are schools closed on 5 November? Check state-wise holiday list across India

Schools across several Indian states, including Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh, will remain closed on 5 November 2025 to mark Guru Nanak Jayanti, commemorating the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. The festival, celebrated with devotion and community service, holds immense significance in Sikhism. However, states like Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal will keep schools open, while Uttar Pradesh allows district administrations to decide holiday observance locally.

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