Chhath Puja: Which states have declared holidays
Wednesday, 6 November 2024
Several Indian states, including Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh, have declared public holidays for Chhath Puja, a festival honoring the Sun God. The holiday, falling on November 7th, will also close schools in some states to accommodate the festival's rituals.
Several Indian states, including Delhi, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh, have declared public holidays for Chhath Puja, a festival honoring the Sun God. The holiday, falling on November 7th, will also close schools in some states to accommodate the festival's rituals.
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