Guru Ravidas Jayanti Holiday: Schools To Remain Closed In Delhi And UP On February 12

New Delhi: Ravidas Jayanti will be celebrated on 12 February 2025 this year. It is the birth anniversary of saint and poet Ravidas, which is celebrated on the day of Magh Purnima according to the Hindu lunar calendar. On this occasion, a holiday has been announced for schools in Delhi NCR. This announcement has been made by Delhi Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena.

All government offices, schools and public institutions under the Delhi government will remain closed on 12 February 2025. However, essential services will continue as before.

Schools Will Remain Closed In Delhi And UP

Delhi Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena has declared a public holiday on February 12 on the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti. This order will apply to all government offices, autonomous bodies and public sector undertakings in the National Capital Region (NCR).

According to the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Council, all schools in the state will also remain closed on February 12.

Essential Services Will Remain Operational

However, this holiday will not apply to departments related to health, security and other essential services. They will continue their regular services.

According to the official notification issued by the government, earlier a restricted holiday was announced on this day, which has now been changed to a public holiday.

Guru Ravidas Jayanti

Guru Ravidas was a famous poet, social reformer and spiritual guru of the 15th century. His teachings had a profound impact on Indian society and culture. Sant Ravidas was born in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. His works are still inspiring and have been included in various religious texts.