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Delhi Government Declares Public Holiday On October 7 For Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti
All Delhi government offices and schools will remain closed on October 7 as the Chief Minister and ministers lead programmes celebrating Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti.
New Delhi: The Delhi government has announced a public holiday on October 7 to mark the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki, the revered sage and author of the Ramayana. An official statement issued on Sunday confirmed that all Delhi government offices, schools, and educational institutions will remain closed on the occasion.
To commemorate the day, several programmes, processions, and tribute meetings will be organised across the national capital. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Social Welfare Minister Ra