Odisha govt declares Sept 9 public holiday for Nuakhai festival

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government Thursday declared September 9 a public holiday for Nuakhai, a major festival in the state’s western region.

The Chief Minister’s Office announced that all government offices, magisterial courts, and educational institutions will be closed on the day.

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Although Nuakhai will be celebrated September 8, which is a Sunday, the holiday September 9 has been announced to give people a two-day break to fully celebrate the festival.

PTI