Guru Nanak Jayanti 2024: These states have declared school holiday. Full list
India TodayOn November 15, 2024, schools across India will observe a holiday in honour of Guru Nanak Jayanti, marking the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the revered founder of Sikhism. Celebrated as a gazetted holiday, this day provides families an opportunity to attend religious gatherings, prayers, and community services that honor Guru Nanak's teachings. November 15 will be dedicated to Guru Nanak Jayanti celebrations, while November 16 marks the martyrdom of Kartar Singh Sarabha, a revered freedom fighter and leader in India’s independence struggle. SCHOOL CLOSURES ANNOUNCED IN THESE STATES Punjab Delhi Uttar Pradesh Haryana West Bengal Mizoram Odisha Madhya Pradesh Telangana Arunachal Pradesh Rajasthan Jammu Nagaland Chhattisgarh Jharkhand The exact holiday schedule can vary from state to state and may depend on local government announcements.