KOZHIKODE/THIRUVANTHAPURAM: Facing criticism from various quarters, the state government on Thursday night declared a holiday for all educational institutions on Friday. Earlier in the day, the government had cancelled the previously declared holiday on Friday (6 June) for Bakrid and instead designated Saturday (7 June) as the official holiday.
Friday was initially announced as a regular working day. This abrupt change sparked widespread criticism and protests from Muslim organisations, education stakeholders, and political leaders across the state. The decision also caused confusion among students and teachers, as Friday had already been announced as a holiday.
With mounting protests, the government was compelled to revise its decision and declare a holiday for all educational institutions, including professional colleges. However, Friday will remain a working day for government offices.
Several socio-political leaders voiced their opposition to the move. Panakkad Sayed Abbas Ali Shihab Thangal described the decision as ‘a wrong move’ and criticised the government for cancelling the holiday.
KPCC Working President A P Anilkumar also condemned the decision, stating that it disrupted pre-planned travel and celebrations.