Are Himachal Pradesh schools closed tomorrow, August 17? Check latest update and reason

Himachal Pradesh's government schools will be closed for the day on August 17, allowing for a compensatory holiday following the Independence Day celebrations. Students and teachers actively engaged in various patriotic events statewide. In contrast, private institutions have the option to select if they will observe the holiday. This announcement is in line with the directives from Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.