New Delhi, April 30 -- Several services and offices across India are expected to remain closed on 1 May due to multiple observances, including Maharashtra Day, Buddha Purnima, and Labour Day, with the extent of disruptions varying across states and sectors.

Yes, Buddha Purnima is a gazetted holiday in India. This implies that it is a public holiday for Central Government offices, banks, and most state government offices across the country.

On account of Buddha Purnima, schools, colleges, other educational institutions, public institutions and many private businesses will remain closed to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Buddha.

In view of the celebrations of Maharashtra Din, Buddha Purnima, Labour Day, and the birth Anniversary of Pa...