The Supreme Court of India has issued a circular announcing a two-minute silence at 11 AM on January 30, 2026, as part of Martyrs’ Day observances to honour freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives for the nation.
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NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India has announced that it will pause its functioning on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 11:00 AM to observe two minutes of silence in remembrance of those who sacrificed their lives during India’s freedom struggle.
The decision has been communicated through an official circular issued by the court administration on January 27, 2026, reaffirming a long-standing tradition followed by the apex court each year on this date.
As outlined in the circular, the beginning of the silence will be signalled by a siren sounded at 10:59 AM, alerting court staff and officials of the observance. At exactly 11:00 AM, all personnel present in the Supreme Court Registry will stand in place and maintain silence for two minutes.
Once the tribute concludes, an “all-clear” siren will be sounded at 11:02 AM, indicating the resumption of normal activity.
January 30 is observed nationwide as Martyrs’ Day, a solemn occasion dedicated to honouring the countless individuals who gave their lives for India’s independence. The day also marks the assassination of Mahatma Gandhi in 1948, a moment that remains one of the most significant turning points in the nation’s history.
The Supreme Court’s observance forms part of the broader national remembrance held across government institutions, schools, and public bodies on this day.
The instructions regarding the observance have been circulated to all concerned departments and bear the signature of the Assistant Registrar (Administrative Security) of the Supreme Court, ensuring uniform compliance within the institution.