Kanwar yatra: All education institutions in Meerut to remain closed from July 16 to 23
Singh added. "The decision was taken to ensure the smooth conduct of the annual pilgrimage, avoid inconvenience to students and staff, and manage traffic flow during the yatra." The closure period coincides with Shivratri on July 23, when kanwariyas are expected to arrive in large numbers from districts across western Uttar Pradesh — including Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, and Saharanpur — leading to substantial foot traffic and enhanced security measures. Taking similar precautions, authorities in Muzaffarnagar have also announced school closures.
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