As Diwali, the festival of lights, approaches, schools across India are set to observe varying holiday durations depending on the state. This year, students can look forward to significant time off to celebrate with family and friends. The holiday schedules reflect a diverse range of observances across different regions, with some states enjoying extended breaks while others have shorter holidays.

Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka, identified as one of the most backward regions in the country, is grappling with a significant issue of school dropouts, reporting a total of 128 cases primarily among children from rural and interior villages across five taluks. Despite recent infrastructure improvements and the establishment of additional government schools in tribal and hilly areas, the dropout rate remains a pressing concern for local authorities.

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