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1. Which state's Chief Minister announced the renaming of all residential schools as 'Maharshi Valmiki Residential Schools'?
On Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti, Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah declared that all residential schools in the state would be renamed 'Maharshi Valmiki Residential Schools' in honour of the revered sage and author of the Ramayana. Additionally, Raichur University will be renamed Maharishi Valmiki University. These actions highlight Karnataka's efforts to honour Valmiki's cultural and historical significance. The move is intended to promote the values and contributions of the sage in education.