Chhath Puja is a deeply revered Hindu festival dedicated to the sun god Surya and his sister/consort Chhathi Maiya. Devotees observe a strict fast, offer prayers at river-banks and lakes for the setting (Sandhya Arghya) and rising (Usha Arghya) sun during the rituals. The festival is particularly significant in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern Uttar Pradesh and parts of Nepal.
Given the scale of observance and the need for family and community participation at ghats (water-fronts), many regional governments declare school and sometimes public holiday during the festival period.
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📅 State-Wise School Holiday Schedule for Chhath Puja 2025
| State/Union Territory | Holiday Dates for Schools | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi (National Capital) | Monday, 27 October 2025 | Officially declared by CM Rekha Gupta. |
| Bihar | Until 29 October 2025 | Schools will remain closed up to the festival culmination. |
| Uttar Pradesh (selected districts) | Approx. 25-28 October 2025 | Districts with strong Chhath observance (e.g., Varanasi, Gorakhpur) expected closures. |
| West Bengal | 27 & 28 October 2025 | Schools closed for Chhath Puja and related local festivals. |
| Jharkhand | Around 27–28 October 2025 | Holiday anticipated in view of large Chhath observance. |
| Rajasthan | 27 October 2025 | Schools closed on main Chhath day. |
Important: These dates are based on official directions and media reports; actual holiday release by local education departments may vary—always check with your school/board.
✅ Why Schools Are Closed
The festival involves large-scale rituals at ghats and water bodies, which often require early morning or evening attendance by families.
By declaring holidays, states enable both students and teaching staff from communities observing Chhath to participate without academic disadvantage.
Closures help with managing transport, safety and crowd control around ghats and river banks.
Allows for inclusive observance across communities and ensures students from the region can focus on the festival’s rituals.
🧑🎓 What Students & Parents Should Know
Confirm the holiday notice from your school or education board for your exact grade/class.
Use the break wisely—while it is a holiday, many schools may cover partial lessons or distribute revision work after.
For states with extended closure (e.g., Bihar until 29 Oct), plan study schedules accordingly so you don’t fall behind.
If your school is open (in non-holiday states), expect possible local rotational closures depending on festival district-wise observance.
For students preparing for board/competitive exams, use this time for focused revision while managing festival engagements.
🔍 Summary
With Chhath Puja 2025 marking its key ritual days from 25‐28 October, multiple states across India have declared school holidays to accommodate the religious observance:
Delhi: 27 Oct
Bihar: upto 29 Oct
UP (select districts): approx. 25‐28 Oct
West Bengal: 27 & 28 Oct
Jharkhand: 27‐28 Oct
Rajasthan: 27 Oct
As always, check your local school or district education department notice for final confirmation. Wishing everyone a safe and auspicious Chhath Puja!
