New Delhi, March 17 -- Eid-ul-Fitr, or the "festival of breaking the fast", is celebrated with great vigour and enthusiasm by Muslims worldwide. This Eid, also referred to as Meethi Eid, is celebrated at the conclusion of the holy month of Ramzan, signifying the completion of Roza. It is observed with prayers, feasts, and celebrations.

Eid-ul-Fitr is a national holiday, and therefore, schools, colleges and offices will remain closed for the festival. However, the exact date of the Eid festival has not been set yet.

Most schools and colleges in India are expected to remain closed on Saturday, March 21, for Eid-ul-Fitr. However, in some regions or school calendars, the holiday has been marked for Friday or Saturday, March 20 or March 21....