Schools Closed in Several States for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti

Several states and union territories across India have announced the closure of schools in observance of Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti. This Hindu festival commemorates the birth of Maharishi Valmiki, the revered author of the epic Ramayana. The decision to close schools aims to allow students and teachers to participate in the celebrations and religious observances associated with the day. The specific states and union territories affected by the school closures have not yet been publicly disclosed.