There will be a holiday on 12 February in Punjab on the occasion of Prakashotsav of Shri Guru Ravidas Ji Maharaj. On this day, government schools, government offices and all other types of board offices will remain closed. This decision taken by the government has been welcomed by the people of the society and followers of Guru Ravidas.
Let us tell you that on 12 February, the birth anniversary of Shri Guru Ravidas Maharaj Ji is being celebrated with great pomp across the country. This decision has been taken regarding this. A grand procession will be taken out in the city on 11 February in various districts of Punjab regarding Prakash Parv.
Meat and liquor shops will also remain closed for 2 days in Jalandhar
It was announced to keep meat and liquor shops closed on 11 and 12 February regarding the Prakashotsav of Shri Guru Ravidas Ji Maharaj. DC Jalandhar Dr. Himanshu Aggarwal had said that in view of the Prakashotsav of Shri Guru Ravidas Maharaj Ji on 12 February and the Shobha Yatra being taken out by various religious organizations on 11 February in this regard, this step has been taken keeping in mind the religious sentiments of the people and to maintain law and order.