School Holidays: Big Relief for Students, Schools to Shut Down for Two Days

There are some important holiday announcements for school students in India. Due to heavy rainfall, schools in Tripura will be closed today, August 22nd. The Chief Minister of Tripura, Manik Shah, shared this information and requested teachers and employees to prioritize their safety and follow instructions.

Additionally, schools in Rajasthan were closed on August 21st due to Bharat Bandh. Now, students can look forward to more breaks in August and September.

Holidays in August 2024

August 25th: Sunday (weekly holiday)
August 26th: Janmashtami (a public holiday to celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna)

Some states might also observe a holiday on August 29th to celebrate National Sports Day.

Holidays in September 2024

September 1st, 8th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, and 29th: Sundays (weekly holidays)
September 14th and 28th: Second and fourth Saturdays (holiday in many schools)
September 16th: Eid e Milad Barawafat (a public holiday)

Places with Janmashtami Holiday

On August 26th, schools will be closed in several cities to celebrate Janmashtami, including:

– Bhubaneshwar
– Ahmedabad
– Chandigarh
– Chennai
– Dehradun
– Gangtok
– Jaipur
– Jammu
– Hyderabad
– Kanpur
– Kolkata
– Lucknow
– Patna
– Raipur
– Ranchi
– Shillong
– Shimla
– Srinagar

Please note that holiday dates may vary depending on the state and region. It’s always a good idea to check with your local school administration for specific holiday schedules.