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India Schools Close Oct 19 for Festivals & Rain
18 Oct
Summary
- Schools in multiple Indian states will close on October 19, 2026.
- Closures are due to festivals like Durga Puja, Ayudha Pooja, and Dasara.
- Heavy rainfall may also cause additional school closures in Andhra Pradesh.
Schools in various Indian states are scheduled to close on Monday, October 19, 2026, to observe a series of festive holidays. These closures are primarily linked to Durga Puja, Maha Navami, Ayudha Pooja, and Vijayadashami, with the ongoing Dasara vacation also contributing. The specific dates and duration of these holidays differ across states.
States like West Bengal and Jharkhand are observing Durga Puja-related breaks, while Kerala has Maha Navami on its holiday list. Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand will also see schools closed. In southern India, Tamil Nadu is celebrating Ayudha Pooja, and Telangana continues its Dasara vacation, potentially impacting school schedules.
Beyond festivals, heavy rainfall in parts of Andhra Pradesh could lead to additional school closures. Students and parents are strongly encouraged to consult official state government announcements and individual school notices to confirm operational status for October 19, as closures are not uniform across all institutions or regions.
