In preparation for the Kanwar Yatra 2024, several districts across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand have announced school closures to ensure public safety and manage the increased foot traffic. Here are the key details:
Muzaffarnagar District, Uttar Pradesh
- Closure Period: July 26 to August 2, 2024
- Affected Institutions: All primary, upper primary, secondary, CBSE, ICSE board-recognised schools, madrasas, degree colleges, DIET, and technical institutes.
- Issued By: District Magistrate Arvind Mallapa
Haridwar District, Uttarakhand
- Closure Period: July 27 to August 2, 2024
- Affected Institutions: Schools from class 1 to 12, and Anganwadi centres.
Varanasi, Indore, and Ujjain
- Schedule Modifications:
- Weekly Closure: Schools will be closed on Mondays.
- Classes on Sundays: To accommodate the Kanwar Yatra, schools will hold classes on Sundays instead of Mondays.
These measures aim to ensure the safety of students and manage the large crowds associated with the Kanwar Yatra, a significant religious pilgrimage in India. For further details, parents and students should check with their local schools and authorities.
