School holidays in UP from July 26th to August 2nd for Kanwar Yatra, check detail here

UP School Holidays: In a recent announcement, District Magistrate Arvind Mallapa declared that all schools and colleges in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, will be closed from July 26 to August 2, 2024, reported in ET. This closure is in preparation for the Kanwar Yatra 2024, which is expected to attract a significant number of devotees. The school holiday applies to primary, upper primary, secondary, CBSE, ICSE board-recognized schools, madrasas, degree colleges, DIET, and technical institutes in the district.

UP School Holiday Schedule for Kanwar Yatra 2024

The holiday announcement isn't limited to Muzaffarnagar alone. Schools and colleges in nearby districts such as Saharanpur and Meerut will also be closed from July 26 to August 2, 2024. Hapur¡¯s District Magistrate, Prerna Sharma, confirmed that "From July 26 to August 2, all government and private schools will have a holiday. This is to ensure that there are no issues during travel."

Kanwar Yatra 2024 and School Closures in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand is also observing similar measures. In Haridwar, schools from classes 1 to 12, as well as Anganwadi centers, will be closed from July 27 to August 2 due to the Kanwar Yatra festivities. This aims to minimize disruptions and provide a smooth experience for the pilgrims.

Adjustments in School Schedules Across Other Cities

In cities like Varanasi, Indore, and Ujjain, school schedules have been adjusted to accommodate the Kanwar Yatra. Schools in these areas will be closed on Mondays and open on Sundays during the yatra period. This adjustment is made to help manage the increased traffic and pilgrim movement.

Kanwar Yatra 2024 Safety Measures

The Kanwar Yatra, which runs from July 22 to August 6, 2024, is under enhanced police surveillance on major routes to ensure the safety of pilgrims. In Delhi, while there is no school holiday announcement, the police have issued a traffic advisory to manage the increased flow of traffic during the yatra.

This comprehensive holiday schedule aims to facilitate the Kanwar Yatra 2024 and ensure that students, families, and devotees can participate in the festivities with minimal disruptions.