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Diwali School Holidays 2025: The months of October and November bring smiles on the faces of students. It’s time for a series of big festivals, which means long vacations! Throughout India, it is known as the “Great Month of Festivals”. These include Dhanteras, the festival of lights, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath Puja, the great festival of eastern India. These days, students and their parents are very excited about Diwali and Chhath Puja.
In states like Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, Diwali and Chhath Puja celebrations are at their peak. In many schools, these vacations last for 10 to 12 days. During these long vacations, students not only enjoy the festivities, but also enjoy decorating their homes, making rangolis, wearing new clothes and visiting relatives. This break not only gives them a break from studies but also gives them an opportunity to connect with their culture and family. Find out how many days schools will be closed for Diwali and Chhattisgarh.
Long holiday will be given on Diwali and Chhath
In 2025, Diwali and related festivals begin with Dhanteras on October 18 and continue until Bhai Dooj (October 23). During this period, schools in almost all states will have at least six days of mandatory holidays. But in states where Chhath Puja is also prominently celebrated, this holiday is going to be more than 10 days.
How many days will schools be closed?
Students of Bihar are happiest these days. In fact, schools in Bihar will remain closed for about 12 days from Dhanteras to Chhath. Similarly, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh will also have six to seven days of holidays around Diwali. However, in cities like Delhi, this holiday will be limited to major festival days only. Therefore, all parents and students are advised to check the official holiday calendars of their respective schools.
| the state | How long will the vacation last? | total days | festival |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bihar | 18 to 29 October 2025 | 12 days | Dhanteras, Diwali, Bhai Dooj, Chhath Puja |
| Uttar Pradesh | 20 to 23 October 2025 | 4 days (although many schools will also have weekend holidays on the 18th and 19th) | Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj |
| Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh | 18-23 October 2025 | 6 days | From Dhanteras to Bhai Dooj |
| West Bengal | 20-23 October, 2025 | 4 days | Kali Puja, Diwali, Bhai Dooj |
| Delhi | Main Diwali and Govardhan Puja days | 2-3 days | Diwali, Govardhan Puja |
Long weekend from Saturday to Sunday
This year, Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, October 20, 2025. Due to Saturday and Sunday holidays, students will have a long break. Many schools in eastern Uttar Pradesh are also given special holidays for Chhath Puja. In Delhi, schools will also remain closed in areas where Chhath Puja is celebrated.