Delhi LG declares public holiday in national capital for 'Guru Ravidas Jayanti' on February 12

Delhi's Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has declared February 12 as a public holiday on the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti. This marks a shift from the previous practice, where the day was observed as a 'Restricted Holiday' (RH) which allowed employees the option to take leave or work.

With this decision, all government offices and institutions in Delhi will remain closed on February 12 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas. The move is



expected to be welcomed by devotees and followers of Guru Ravidas, who observe the day with great spiritual significance.

“The Lt. Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi is pleased to declare Wednesday, the 12th February, 2025 as a Holiday in all Government Offices, Autonomous Bodies & Public Undertakings, under the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, on account of Guru Ravidas Jayanti,” said the order issued by LG LG VK Saxena.