School Holidays Announced for Post-Diwali and Chhath Puja

Several states in India have announced school holidays following the Diwali celebrations. Schools in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar will remain closed for various festivals, including Bhai Dooj and Chhath Puja. In Bihar, schools are scheduled to stay closed until November 17, while Jharkhand has marked November 11 for Bhaiya Dooj and November 16-17 for Chhath holidays. In Uttar Pradesh, November 11 is a gazetted holiday for Bhai Dooj, with additional holidays on November 15 and 16 for Chhath Puja. Schools are also expected to close on November 24 for Guru Nanak Jayanti. Rajasthan's Education Department has similarly announced holidays for these festivals. These holidays are part of the cultural observances following Diwali, allowing students to participate in significant regional celebrations.