Punjab Declares Local Holiday in Amritsar for First Parkash Gurpurab of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji
All Government Offices and Educational Institutions to Remain Closed on September 4, 2024, in Amritsar
The Punjab Government has announced a local holiday in Amritsar district on September 4, 2024, to mark the auspicious occasion of the “First Parkash Gurpurab of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji.” This decision was made public today by an official spokesperson of the State Government.
The holiday will apply to all offices of the Punjab Government, boards, corporations, and government educational institutions within the district. The Personnel Department has issued an official notification to formalize the closure.
The First Parkash Gurpurab is a significant event in Sikhism, commemorating the first installation of the Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of the Sikhs, in the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in 1604. The day is observed with great reverence and devotion by the Sikh community worldwide.
This local holiday will allow the residents of Amritsar to participate in the religious ceremonies and events planned for this special day.
