Public Holiday Declared: Gonda DM Priyanka Niranjan has declared a local public holiday on the occasion of Kajri Teej. Under this announcement, all government and private offices and schools in the district will remain closed. The festival of Kajri Teej is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Gonda and surrounding areas.
This festival holds special significance for women. On this day women worship Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. It is believed that this fast brings happiness and prosperity in married life.
The district administration issued a press release stating that the purpose of the holiday is to give people an opportunity to celebrate the festival with their families. Like every year, this holiday has been declared this year as well. This will enable people to participate in religious rituals without any hindrance.
Cultural programs and fairs are organized at various places in Gonda on this day. With the declaration of the holiday, there is a possibility of more crowd gathering in these events. This holiday will especially facilitate women to participate in the preparations and worship of the festival.
