Bangalore School Holiday Tomorrow: The Karnataka government has declared a statewide public holiday on Wednesday, December 11, as a tribute to former Chief Minister S.M. Krishna, who passed away on Tuesday. The holiday will apply to all government offices, schools, colleges, and aided educational institutions.
The last rites of S.M. Krishna will be conducted with full state honors on Wednesday at Somanahalli in Mandya district. As a mark of respect, the government has announced a holiday for all government offices, schools, and colleges on Wednesday.
An official notification stated that a three-day state mourning will be observed from December 10 to 12. During this time, no official entertainment programs will take place, and the national flag will be flown at half-mast at all government buildings. Krishna passed away at his residence earlier this morning after a prolonged illness, his family confirmed.
Schools in all Karnataka district including Bengaluru will be closed tomorrow. The government offices, colleges and other educational institutions like Anganwadi will also be closed. Hispitals, however, will conntinue to function as per their routine. Public transport facilities will also run normally.
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