Jalandhar: Schools, colleges and government offices will be closed on September 25, local holiday announced.

15 September, Jalandhar
Jalandhar: Schools, colleges and government offices will be closed on 25 September, local holiday announced

Jalandhar: The district administration has declared a local holiday in Jalandhar district on Friday, 25 September 2026, for the annual fair of Shri Siddh Baba Sodhal Maharaj.

According to the order issued by the district administration, in view of the devotion of people associated with the annual fair of Shri Siddh Baba Sodhal Maharaj, there will be a local holiday on 25 September in all Punjab Government offices, corporations, boards, educational institutions, and other Punjab Government organizations located in Jalandhar district.

This means that on 25 September, government schools, colleges and government offices in Jalandhar will remain closed and normal operations will not take place in these institutions.

Every year, the fair of Shri Siddh Baba Sodhal Maharaj is celebrated in Jalandhar with devotion and enthusiasm. A large number of devotees from states other than Punjab also attend the fair.

In view of the fair, the district administration is making preparations regarding security, traffic management and the convenience of devotees. Considering the possibility of a large influx of devotees, various arrangements are being finalized by the administration.