Saraswati Puja Holiday: Schools Closed on Jan 23 in These States
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Moneycontrol•22-01-2026, 15:00
Saraswati Puja Holiday: Schools Closed on Jan 23 in These States
- •January 23rd marks Basant Panchami or Saraswati Puja, celebrating the arrival of spring and worshipping Goddess Saraswati.
- •The day is also observed as Parakram Diwas, honoring Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's birth anniversary.
- •Schools in Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Punjab, and Haryana will be closed on January 23rd for Basant Panchami.
- •West Bengal rescheduled the JEE Main session due to the significance of Saraswati Puja in the state.
- •Parents and students should confirm closures with private schools and check exam schedules, as centers may operate.
Why It Matters: Schools in multiple states will be closed on January 23rd for Saraswati Puja and Parakram Diwas.
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