Tamil Nadu Local School Holiday Update: The Virudhunagar district administration has declared a local holiday on Friday, August 14, 2026, for all schools, colleges, government offices and institutions functioning under the district administration. The holiday has been announced in view of the Aadipuram festival chariot procession at the renowned Sri Arulmigu Nachiyar (Andal) Temple in Srivilliputhur.
The order was issued by the District Collector to facilitate smooth participation of devotees and ensure proper traffic management, security arrangements and public convenience during one of Tamil Nadu's most important annual religious festivals.
Why Has a Holiday Been Declared?
The Andal Temple chariot procession attracts thousands of devotees from across Tamil Nadu every year. Considering the massive turnout expected during the festival, the district administration has declared a local holiday to help manage crowds, transportation and security arrangements efficiently.
Who Will Get the Holiday?
The holiday will apply to:
-All government and aided schools
-Colleges and other educational institutions
-Government offices functioning under the Virudhunagar district administration
However, essential services such as emergency medical services, police, fire and rescue services, the district treasury and subordinate treasuries will continue to function as usual.
Compensatory Working Day Announced
To compensate for the local holiday, the district administration has directed that all government offices and educational institutions in Virudhunagar district will remain open on Saturday, August 22, 2026, as a regular working day.
Administration Issues Advisory for Devotees
The district administration has appealed to devotees attending the Aadipuram festival to cooperate with officials by following traffic diversions, safety guidelines and other instructions issued during the celebrations to ensure the event is conducted smoothly and safely.