: The Delhi government has declared a holiday on Monday, November 16, on account of Chhath Puja. All government and private schools across the national capital will remain closed on the day, following an order issued by the Directorate of Education.
The decision has been communicated to schools through an official directive, making November 16 a holiday for educational institutions across Delhi. The move is intended to enable students, teachers and school staff to observe the festival and participate in related religious and family activities.
Schools Directed to Follow Holiday Order The Directorate of Education's instruction covers both government and private schools operating in Delhi. School administrations have been asked to comply with the declared holiday.
Chhath Puja is an important festival dedicated to the worship of the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya. Devotees observe rituals involving fasting and prayers, offering arghya to the setting and rising Sun. The festival is celebrated with particular enthusiasm in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh and parts of Delhi, where large communities observe the traditional rituals.
With the holiday falling on Monday, schools will remain closed for the day. Regular academic activities are expected to resume as per their respective schedules.
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