Varanasi schools to remain closed till Feb 8: Check details here

A surge in pilgrims from Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela led to severe traffic congestion in Varanasi, prompting authorities to extend school closures in urban areas until February 8, 2025. While classes will be conducted online, rural schools will function as usual. However, staff in council-aided schools must report for administrative duties, including DBT processing and Aapaar ID seeding.