Why colleges and schools will remain closed on October 31?

Lucknow: The month of October is about to end, and with it, the festive season is also coming to an end. Schools have reopened after the holidays, and residents who had returned to their cities are now returning to their villages. Meanwhile, there is good news for those waiting for a holiday. Schools will remain closed on October 31st as well. According to the holiday schedule released by the Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Council, all schools and government offices will remain closed on this day.

Colleges and schools will remain closed on October 31

Schools and colleges in Uttar Pradesh will remain closed on the occasion of Jagadatri Puja on October 31st. Due to the festival, a holiday has been declared in educational institutions. During this time, students will be able to celebrate the joys of the festival with their families. This would also be a good opportunity to spend time with family or take a stroll around, allowing students to relax a bit between their studies and enjoy the festival.

Why is Jagaddhatri Puja celebrated?

According to the Sanatan calendar, Goddess Jagaddhatri is worshipped every year on Kartik Shukla Navami. In 2025, this date will fall on Friday, October 31. This festival is celebrated with great enthusiasm and devotion, just like Durga Puja. Goddess Jagaddhatri is considered the calm, gentle, and virtuous form of Goddess Durga. She is said to be the goddess of strength, patience, and control, who inspires humans to overcome ego and ignorance.

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