The Government of Kerala, on November 19, 2025, announced a local holiday on November 22, 2025, marking the first day of the annual Beemapally Uruz festival at Beemapalli Dargah Sharif in Thiruvananthapuram. This festival, scheduled from November 22 to December 2, 2025, is an important regional religious event attracting devotees from across the State.
The holiday applies to all educational institutions and State government offices within the limits of Thiruvananthapuram Municipality. However, it will not apply to local government institutions or government departments engaged in general election-related duties. Additionally, the exemption does not extend to public examinations already scheduled, which will proceed as planned.
The circular aims to facilitate smooth conduct of the Beemapally Uruz festivities while ensuring continuity of essential and election-related services. The announcement has been issued in the public interest to support community participation in the event.
