India, July 5 -- If you've come across social media posts claiming that schools, colleges and government offices in West Bengal will remain closed on Monday, July 6, 2026, the claim is true-but only because the West Bengal government has officially declared a statewide public holiday to mark the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee.

The holiday was announced through a notification issued by the Finance Department of the Government of West Bengal, confirming that government establishments and educational institutions under the state's jurisdiction will remain closed on the day.

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