Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti will be observed as a public holiday on Saturday, December 27. District Magistrate Arvind Bangari stated that this decision follows executive orders issued by the Department of General Administration. All government and semi-government offices, along with educational institutions in the district, will remain closed. Officials have been instructed to ensure full compliance with the government orders. Every year, the long holidays at the end of December encourage people to plan their schedules. After the Christmas holiday on December 25, attention has now shifted to December 27. Many are curious about the importance of this date and whether it will be observed as a public holiday.
Guru Gobind Singh’s Birth Anniversary
December 27 marks the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru. On this day, devotees visit Gurudwaras to offer prayers, and Nagar Kirtans along with other religious programs are organized across the country. Many states experience heightened activity due to these events, prompting state governments to declare holidays in observance of the occasion.
Yogi government declares holiday
In Uttar Pradesh, there was some uncertainty about December 27, but the state government has now made the matter official. An order has been issued declaring December 27 as a public holiday. All government offices, schools, and colleges across the state will remain closed. The administration has directed all departments to postpone meetings, exams, and other scheduled events on this day.
Emergency services to operate normally
Despite the holiday, emergency services will continue to function as usual. The Chief Medical Officer confirmed that while offices will remain closed, essential services will not be affected.
