
Telangana Schools Holiday: 13-Day Dussehra Festival Begins September 21
The Telangana Education Department has officially announced that schools—both government and private—will observe a 13-day holiday for the combined Bathukamma and Dussehra festivities from September 21 to October 3, 2025. Schools will reopen on October 4.
This extended break includes the national holiday Gandhi Jayanti on October 2, followed by Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami) on October 3, enriching the festive atmosphere.
Additional context from the official academic calendar for Telangana schools (2025–26) confirms these dates and aligns them with other key academic markers.
Holiday Schedule Snapshot
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Holiday Period | September 21 – October 3, 2025 |
| Total Days Off | 13 days |
| School Reopens | October 4, 2025 |
| Festivals Covered | Bathukamma & Dussehra (incl. Gandhi Jayanti) |
What to Keep in Mind
Students and parents can use this break to plan travel, family gatherings, or cultural activities around Telangana’s most vibrant festivals.
Schools are encouraged to adapt their academic schedules—such as lesson plans and assessments—according to this holiday window to ensure academic continuity.
Knowing the holiday timeline in advance allows for better preparation and stress-free transitions between academic and festive routines.

