Mahavir Jayanti 2026 today: Banks, schools, colleges, and government offices – what’s open and closed on March 31?
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India is observing Mahavir Jayanti on March 31, a public holiday where schools, banks, and government offices will remain shut across several states. The holiday marks the 2624th birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the 24th and last Tirthankara of Jainism, and will also see the Indian stock market remaining closed for the day.
India is observing Mahavir Jayanti on March 31. It's a public holiday where schools, banks, and government offices will remain shut. Nearly a dozen states will observe the holiday, including Gujarat, Karnataka, and Maharashtra. The Indian stock market will also remain shut on March 31. The holiday marks the 2624th birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir. It's a significant day for Jains, who mark the festival with prayers and charity.
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