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India Schools Brace for Cyclone & Holidays
25 Oct
Summary
- UP schools close Oct 26 for Valmiki Jayanti, not weather.
- Odisha schools shut Oct 28-29 due to cyclone alert.
- No nationwide holiday; check local school announcements.
Schools across India are navigating a complex landscape of holiday announcements and weather alerts for October 26, 2026. Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Council schools will be closed on Monday, October 26, to commemorate Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti. This holiday is specific to the state and not a nationwide event.
Meanwhile, a developing cyclonic system over the Bay of Bengal is prompting weather concerns, particularly along India's eastern coast. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts adverse weather, including heavy rainfall and strong winds, in southern and eastern regions. Consequently, Odisha has ordered the closure of schools, colleges, and Anganwadi centers in five districts on October 28 and 29 as a precautionary measure.
For Delhi-NCR, including Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad, schools are expected to operate normally on October 26, with no confirmed weather-related closures. The IMD has indicated dry conditions for the region on Monday. However, parents in all regions are advised to stay updated with the latest notices from their respective schools and district administrations, as situations can change rapidly, especially with ongoing weather developments.
