Telangana School Holiday Today: Schools Closed for Shab-e-Meraj Festival
Schools across Hyderabad and other districts of Telangana are closed today in observance of the Shab-e-Meraj festival. The Telangana state government announced this optional holiday, leaving it up to individual educational institutions to decide whether to remain closed or open.
What is Shab-e-Meraj?
Shab-e-Meraj is a significant occasion in Islam that commemorates the miraculous night journey of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from Makkah to Jerusalem and his ascension to heaven. It is a time of prayer, reflection, and spiritual devotion for Muslims worldwide.
During this sacred event, the Prophet is believed to have received divine guidance from Allah and interacted with other prophets. Many Muslims mark the day with prayers and community gatherings, making it a day of great importance for the community.
Holiday Details
The holiday declared in Telangana is classified as optional, meaning not all schools are mandated to close. While several institutions are expected to remain shut, others may continue operations.
- This marks one of the six holidays declared by Telangana for January, including four general holidays and two optional ones.
Holidays in Other States
The Shab-e-Meraj holiday isn’t limited to Telangana:
- Jammu and Kashmir: Schools are closed from January 27 to January 28, as per the state’s modified order to observe the festival.
- Uttarakhand: Schools in Dehradun are closed today, not for Shab-e-Meraj but to accommodate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s arrival for the 38th National Games opening ceremony.
Conclusion
The Shab-e-Meraj festival brings a sense of unity and spiritual reflection for Muslims across India and beyond. While Telangana's optional school holiday gives flexibility to institutions, many families are expected to observe the day with reverence.
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Reference from:-https://www.indiatvnews.com/telangana/hyderabad-telangana-school-holiday-today-schools-closed-in-hyderabad-other-districts-due-to-shab-e-meraj-festival-2025-01-28-973373