Yogi Government Declares Public Holiday on October 26 in Uttar Pradesh for Valmiki Jayanti
Several states and union territories have declared holidays or optional leave, while private and board schools may follow their own calendars, officials said.
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Valmiki Jayanti 2026: Are schools closed tomorrow? Check state-wise holiday list
Several states and Union Territories may observe October 26 as a holiday for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti. While some states like Haryana and Himachal Pradesh confirm a holiday, others list it as optional. Private and certain educational institutions might not follow this holiday due to differing calendars. Students and parents are encouraged to verify their school’s official communication for updates.
Schools closed in these states, union territories for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti 2026
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti is observed to mark the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki, who composed the Indian epic Ramayana and is regarded as the Adi Kavi, or first poet, in Sanskrit literature.
Valmiki Jayanti Holiday: October 26 will be a public holiday in Uttar Pradesh to celebrate Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti. Government schools and offices will be closed. Private schools will be closed based on school orders.
Yogi government declares October 26 as a public holiday in UP on Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti
Lucknow. A public holiday has been declared in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, October 26, on the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti. An order has been issued in this regard. The Chief Minister will reach Bithoor on Monday. He will participate in the recitation and worship of Ramayana at Valmiki Ashram and will pay tribute to Maharishi Valmiki […]
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