Delhi schools closed on November 16 for Chhath Puja

The notification also declares a holiday in all government offices, autonomous bodies, and public sector undertakings under the Delhi government
Delhi schools closed on November 16 for Chhath Puja
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New Delhi: Schools in Delhi will remain closed on November 16 on account of Chhath Puja, according to a circular issued by the Directorate of Education on Friday.

The holiday will be observed in all government, government-aided, and recognised unaided private schools under the Directorate of Education, the circular said.

The decision follows a notification issued by the General Administration Department on November 9, stating that November 16, Pratihar Shashthi or Surya Shashthi (Chhath Puja), will be a holiday.

The notification, issued in the name of the lieutenant governor, also declares a holiday in all government offices, autonomous bodies, and public sector undertakings under the Delhi government.

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