Extended School Holidays in October 2025 for Diwali and Chhath Puja

October 2025 promises extended school holidays for children due to Diwali and Chhath Puja celebrations. Schools will close for 5-6 days, with specific dates varying by region. Key holidays include Diwali on October 21st and Chhath Puja festivities from October 25th to 28th. Parents are encouraged to check with their local schools for precise closure dates to plan accordingly. This article outlines the holiday schedule and important festival dates, ensuring families are well-informed for the festive season.

By Ambika Singh Oct 9, 2025, 10:52 IST

School Holidays for October 2025

School Holidays, Diwali Holidays: October 2025 is set to bring joy to children and their families, as schools will observe extended breaks this month in celebration of various festivals. The closures will last for 5-6 days, particularly for Diwali and Chhath Puja. These holidays hold great importance in states such as Haryana, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Rajasthan, although specific dates may vary by school and district. Therefore, it’s advisable to verify the exact closure dates before planning any holiday activities for your children.

Diwali Holidays 2025: School Closure Dates
October 2025 is filled with festivities, leading to extended school holidays. Notably, Karva Chauth falls on October 10th, a significant day for women in North India, and schools in certain regions of Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh may close on this date. Many institutions in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh offer optional holidays, so checking with the school for confirmation is recommended. Following this, a longer break for Diwali will occur, with many schools in Haryana closing from October 17th to 23rd, while others may observe holidays from October 19th to 23rd. The primary closure will be for five consecutive days from October 19th to 23rd during the Diwali festival. In states like Haryana, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, and Rajasthan, these dates are generally fixed, but it’s best to confirm with your school regarding the specific closure period.

Diwali 2025: Festival Dates
Diwali is celebrated on October 21st, but schools will close prior to the festivities. Some schools in Haryana will start their holidays as early as October 17th. Here’s a breakdown of the festival dates:

October 19th (Sunday) - Weekly holiday: All educational institutions will be closed.
October 20th (Monday) - Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali): Holidays observed in most states.
October 21st (Tuesday) - Diwali: A nationwide government holiday, with schools and colleges closed.
October 22nd (Wednesday) - Govardhan Puja: Holidays in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Haryana.
October 23rd (Thursday) - Bhai Dooj: Schools will be closed across the board.

In summary, schools will be closed for five days from October 19th to 23rd. In Gurugram, schools may close from October 17th to 26th. Private institutions might have different holiday schedules, so it’s advisable to check the school’s announcements.

Chhath Puja: Holiday Schedule
For Chhath Puja, the holiday schedule is as follows:
October 25 (Saturday) - Nahai-Khaay: Some schools may close.
October 27 (Monday) - Sandhya Arghya: Holiday.
October 28 (Tuesday) - Usha Arghya: Most schools will be closed.
In Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh, there will be four days of holidays from October 25-28. In metropolitan areas like Delhi-NCR or Mumbai, local schools might declare holidays on October 27-28. Additionally, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh will observe a holiday on October 31 for Sardar Patel Jayanti.