Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Amit Thackeray on Saturday posted on Facebook that schools and colleges should not schedule exams during Ganeshotsav, as it is a state festival that everyone should be able to celebrate.

“The Ganeshotsav, declared as the State Festival, is a celebration of Maharashtra’s identity and culture. Even the current generation should participate and enjoy the festivities; this is our tradition,” Amit Thackeray wrote.