School Holiday Today: Due to the coincidence of two key religious holidays, Kartik Purnima and Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Prakash Utsav or Gurpurab, which is recognized as a national holiday, many Indian schools will have a holiday on November 5, 2025. Due to the widespread and deeply ingrained local celebrations of these festivals, educational institutions in North India and major cities would be especially affected by this dual observance.

The holiday status may differ in different parts of the country, although the closure is anticipated to be prevalent in areas with sizable Sikh and Hindu populations. Since choices might occasionally vary between states, districts, and even individual schools, parents and guardians are strongly encouraged to check official school communications and local announcements for specific details regarding closures in their particular location. Mumbai and the surrounding Maharashtra regions have seen mild to heavy rainfall as a result of the unseasonal showers that started in October and have now continued into November.

Also Read: Bank Holiday on November 5: Banks to Remain Closed in These Cities

States with No Holiday Declaration:
In this list of states there are several states which have not announced holiday, which includes Maharashtra, Karanataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and West Bengal.

States with Holiday Declaration for Schools:
Due to the national holiday of Guru Nanak Jayanti, also known as Prakash Utsav or Gurpurab, schools will be closed on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. In many locations, this day is also Kartik Purnima. Large cities and the majority of schools in North India will be closed.

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