As Diwali approaches on October 31, the festive spirit is sweeping across India, with schools, colleges, and workplaces preparing for closures to mark the occasion. While some educational institutions will resume as early as November 1, others are extending holidays to accommodate Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj celebrations, allowing students and staff to enjoy the festivities fully. Here’s a breakdown of school holiday schedules across various states for Diwali this year:
New Delhi
In the capital, all educational institutions will remain closed on October 31 for Diwali celebrations. While November 1 will be a regular school day, there will be optional holidays on November 2 for Govardhan Puja and on November 3 for Bhai Dooj.
Uttar Pradesh
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh government has officially declared holidays on October 31 for Diwali, November 2 for Govardhan Puja, and November 3 for Bhai Dooj. Although November 1 is not an official holiday, many schools are opting to extend the break, allowing students a continuous holiday from October 31 through November 3.
Uttarakhand
In Uttarakhand, schools will generally observe Diwali holidays on October 31 and November 1, with some institutions also including Govardhan Puja on November 2. Holiday schedules may vary from school to school.
Bihar
While Bihar’s holiday season will center around Chhath Puja, celebrated on November 5, many schools have declared a break from November 6 to November 9 to accommodate this major regional festival.
Tamil Nadu
In Tamil Nadu, the state government has announced a two-day holiday for Diwali, with all government offices, public sector undertakings, schools, and colleges closing on October 31 and November 1.
Karnataka
Karnataka schools will observe a two-day break on October 31 for Diwali and November 1 in honor of Karnataka Rajyotsava (Kannada Rajyotsava), marking Karnataka’s Formation Day.
Odisha
Odisha schools have flexible holiday schedules, with some closing from October 31 to November 2 for Diwali festivities. However, other schools have announced only a single holiday on October 31.
This year’s extended Diwali holiday schedules across several states ensure ample time for families to come together and celebrate. As the festivities near, communities nationwide are looking forward to lighting diyas, sharing sweets, and embracing the spirit of Diwali.