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Meerut authorities have announced a week-long closure of schools and colleges to prioritize safety during the Kanwar Yatra. The district has installed temporary lighting across the 45 km pilgrimage route and deployed emergency vehicles. Devotees collect holy water from rivers to offer at Shiva temples during this annual ritual. The DM emphasized child safety as the primary reason for the institutional shutdown.

Key Points: Meerut Schools Colleges Shut July 16-23 for Kanwar Yatra Safety

  • Meerut shuts schools/colleges till July 23 for Kanwar Yatra
  • 45 km pilgrimage route gets temporary LED lighting
  • 17 emergency vehicles deployed for devotees
  • Annual yatra involves carrying Ganga water to Shiva temples
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Kanwar Yatra: All schools, colleges to remain shut in UP's Meerut from July 16-23

Meerut DM orders week-long closure of schools and colleges during Kanwar Yatra to ensure devotees' safety with enhanced lighting and emergency measures.

"During the Kanwar Yatra, the route has to be blocked... the safety of children and parents is our responsibility. – VK Singh, District Magistrate"

Meerut, July 16

All schools and colleges will be closed in Meerut from July 16 to 23 on the occasion of Kanwar Yatra, an official order issued by the District Magistrate stated.

On the holidays of educational institutions in Meerut district, VK Singh said, "During the Kanwar Yatra in Meerut district, the route has to be blocked. The safety of children and their parents is also our responsibility. Like previous years, this time also all the schools and educational institutions will remain closed from 16 to 23."

The top district official further stated that there is a provision for temporary lights on all the routes.

"This time, temporary lighting has been arranged along the 45 km long Kanwar Path to ensure that the Kanwariyas do not face any inconvenience. The Radhna route, which goes to Pura Mahadev, is a 42 km long path; lighting has been arranged on the entire route," he said.

On the necessary arrangements and emergency situations, he added, "17 vehicles have been arranged in which LED lights will be installed in sufficient quantity. In case of emergency or if there is no light somewhere, the vehicle can reach there immediately and help the Kanwariyas reach their destination."

The Kanwar Yatra began on July 10. During the annual pilgrimage, Kanwariyas collect holy water from rivers and carry it over hundreds of kilometres to offer it at Lord Shiva temples. Devotees across the country observe fasts, perform rituals, and undertake the Yatra as a mark of devotion.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I respect religious sentiments, 7 days of school closure seems excessive. Couldn't they manage with 2-3 days? Children's education is getting affected.
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Aman W
The lighting arrangements show good planning. Last year my cousin participated and said visibility was poor at night. This will help prevent accidents.
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Meerut, I'm fascinated by this tradition. The devotion shown during Kanwar Yatra is truly remarkable. Looking forward to witnessing it respectfully.
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Nisha Z
Har Har Mahadev! The administration has done good arrangements this time. But please also ensure proper sanitation facilities along the route - this was lacking last year.
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Karthik V
The emergency vehicles with LED lights is a smart move. Hope the traffic police also regulates vehicle movement properly to avoid last year's jams.

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