Schools in several parts of India will remain closed on Monday, October 19, as festive holidays continue across states. Durga Puja-related holidays, Maha Navami, Ayudha Pooja, Vijayadashami and the ongoing Dasara vacation are among the reasons schools may not hold regular classes. The holiday schedule, however, varies from state to state, depending on local festivals, academic calendars and government orders. West Bengal is observing its Durga Puja holiday period, while Kerala has listed Maha Navami among its festive observances. Schools in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Telangana, Gujarat and other states may also remain closed in accordance with their respective holiday schedules. In parts of southern India, Ayudha Pooja celebrations may affect school timings and attendance, while heavy rainfall could lead to additional closures in vulnerable districts.
Students and parents should check their school's official notice before heading out on Monday. A festival observance or weather warning does not automatically mean that all schools in a state will be closed. Any additional closure will depend on announcements by state governments, district administrations or individual school authorities.
School Holiday on October 19: State-Wise Updates
West Bengal: Durga Puja holidays
Schools in West Bengal are observing the Durga Puja holiday period. Students may continue to have a break on October 19, depending on the school’s academic calendar. Parents should check with their respective schools for the reopening date and any changes to the holiday schedule.
Kerala: Maha Navami holiday
Kerala is observing the festive period around Maha Navami and Vijayadashami. Schools listed for the holiday may remain closed on October 19. Parents should refer to the state’s official holiday calendar or their school’s latest notice to confirm whether classes will be held.
Uttar Pradesh: Check local holiday announcements
Schools in Uttar Pradesh will remain closed on October 19 as part of the festive holiday period. Students and parents should check with their respective schools for details about the reopening date.
Uttarakhand: School closure status
Schools in Uttarakhand will also remain closed on October 19. Students will have a holiday, with classes scheduled to resume as per the respective school's academic calendar.
Odisha: Festive holiday schedule
Schools in Odisha may follow their respective festive holiday calendars during this period. The closure status on October 19 will depend on the holidays notified for the date and any additional instructions issued by the relevant authorities.
Jharkhand: Durga Puja-related holidays
Schools in Jharkhand may observe holidays linked to Durga Puja and other regional festivities. The exact dates can vary by school and local calendar, so parents should confirm whether their institution will remain closed on Monday.
Sikkim: Regional festive observances
Schools in Sikkim may follow holidays associated with regional festivals and the state's academic calendar. Students and parents should check with their schools for confirmation of the October 19 schedule.
Tamil Nadu: Ayudha Pooja
Tamil Nadu observes Ayudha Pooja during the Navratri and Vijayadashami period. Schools that include the festival in their notified holiday schedule may remain closed on October 19. The applicable calendar and any school-specific notice will determine whether regular classes take place.
Telangana: Dasara vacation
Schools covered by Telangana's scheduled Dasara vacation may remain closed on October 19. Parents should check the academic calendar and the reopening date announced by their child's school, as the break may differ across institutions.
Andhra Pradesh: Heavy rain warning
Schools in parts of Andhra Pradesh may remain closed on October 19 due to festive holidays and potential disruptions caused by heavy rainfall. While some schools may follow their scheduled holiday calendars, district administrations may also announce additional closures in areas affected by heavy rain. Parents should check official district announcements and school notices for confirmation.
Gujarat: Vijayadashami break
Schools in Gujarat may observe a holiday around Vijayadashami, depending on the state holiday calendar and individual school schedules. Parents should confirm whether October 19 falls within their school's festive break before making arrangements for the day.
Will Schools Be Closed Across India on October 19?
There is no single school holiday rule that applies uniformly across India. While some states and schools may observe festive holidays, others may continue with regular classes. Weather-related closures, where necessary, are generally announced separately by the relevant authorities.
Students and parents should check school circulars, official state education department updates and district administration announcements for the latest information. The final decision on whether classes will be held on Monday, October 19, will depend on the holiday calendar applicable to each school and any official closure order.
