Are schools and colleges closed in Karnataka and Telangana as the nation mourns former PM Dr. Manmohan Singh? Check details here

The nation is in mourning following the demise of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, who passed away on December 26, 2024, at the age of 92. The Government of India has canceled all scheduled programs for today and declared a seven-day national mourning, according to ANI.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed his condolences on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, writing: "Deeply saddened by the passing of former Prime Minister Shri Manmohan Singh ji. A statesman of unparalleled wisdom, his leadership and vision left an indelible mark on our nation."

In light of this, several students and parents are questioning whether schools in Karnataka are closed today. According to media reports, the state government has declared a public holiday for December 27, 2024. Consequently, all schools, colleges, and offices in Karnataka will remain closed. Banks will also reopen on Monday, December 30, 2024.
Similarly, media reports suggest that the

Telangana government

has also declared a public holiday for December 27, resulting in the closure of schools, colleges, and government offices in the state.
Students, parents, and guardians are advised to confirm with their respective schools to verify this information.