School Holiday, October 27, Today: After a week of Diwali and related celebrations, another set of holidays is around the corner. These holidays are for Chhath Puja, which will be observed from October 25 to October 28. Since the first day falls on Saturday and the second on Sunday, the third day—considered the most auspicious of the festival—will be a holiday for most schools.
Some schools have already declared a holiday for Monday. However, a few have cancelled the holiday on October 27. For these schools, today will be a regular working day, and they may remain closed tomorrow as the final day of Chhath falls on Tuesday. Find out here which states will have schools open or closed the day after tomorrow.
School Holiday, October 27, Today: Schools in many districts of Andhra Pradesh will remain closed from October 27 to 29 because of heavy rain warnings from Cyclone Montha. Holidays have been announced in East Godavari, Annamayya, Kadapa, NTR, Bapatla, Krishna, and Guntur districts, and more districts may follow. Red alerts have been issued in Bapatla, YSR, Prakasam, Nellore, Tirupati, and Annamayya.
Chhath Puja: Will schools be closed in Delhi?
School Holiday, October 27, Today: The Delhi government has declared Monday, October 27, 2025, a public holiday for Chhath Puja, one of the most sacred festivals dedicated to the Sun God (Surya) and Chhathi Maiya. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday, recognising the festival’s cultural and spiritual importance in the capital. Along with the government offices, schools will also remain shut. Parents and students are advised to check official school notifications for accurate reopening dates and updated holiday schedules. Parents will also be notified via the school’s WhatsApp class groups.
Chhath Puja: What about schools in Bihar?
As Chhath Puja is a major festival in Bihar, schools in the state will remain closed till October 29 and reopen on October 30. Students will get two additional holidays following the long Diwali break. Jharkhand and eastern Uttar Pradesh, where the festival is also celebrated, will also keep schools closed for Chhath Puja.
Chhath Puja: Uttar Pradesh
School Holiday, October 27, Today: The Uttar Pradesh government is likely to close schools for the Chhath Puja festival. Officials will announce the decision soon. Some Noida schools had listed a holiday for today in their calendar but have cancelled it. Schools may announce a holiday for Tuesday, October 28, so parents should check the school portals for updates. Schools will share accurate reopening dates and updated holiday schedules through official notices and WhatsApp class groups.
Chhath Puja: Jharkhand
School Holiday, October 27, Today: Schools in Jharkhand are likely to enjoy holiday on the occasion of Chhath Puja. An official announcement on school closure can expect soon. Parents and students are advised to check official school notifications for accurate reopening dates and updated holiday schedules. Parents will also be notified via the school’s WhatsApp class groups.
Chhath Puja: West bengal
Schools in West Bengal are closed on October 27 and 28 for the Chhath Puja festival. The state will also be celebrating Jagadhatri Puja on October 31. As it is also a major festival celebrated with enthusiasm and fervour in West Bengal, the schools in the state will also remain closed on October 31st.
Are Schools in Tamil Nadu Closed Today?
School Holiday, October 27, Today: India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for several districts in Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, Tiruvallur, and Ranipet. However, as of now, the Tamil Nadu government has not officially declared a school holiday today. The district administrations are closely monitoring the weather situation, and a holiday will be announced accordingly. If the rain becomes heavier as expected, officials may declare school and college holidays in the affected districts at short notice to keep students safe. Parents are advised to closely monitor the school WhatsApp group and the official website.
Dates and Timings of Chhath Festival 2025
- Nahay-Khay: Saturday, October 25, 2025 (Kartik Shukla Chaturthi)
- Kharna: Sunday, October 26, 2025 (Kartik Shukla Panchami)
- Evening Arghya (Offering to Setting Sun): Monday, October 27, 2025 (Kartik Shukla Shashthi)
- Morning Arghya (Offering to Rising Sun): Tuesday, October 28, 2025 (Kartik Shukla Shashthi)
Per Drik Panchang, Chhath Puja’s main celebrations occur on October 27, 2025, with:
- Sunrise: 06:24 AM
- Sunset: 05:42 PM
- Shashthi Tithi: Begins 04:34 AM on October 27, 2025, ends 06:29 AM on October 28, 2025.
Arricle source: news24online.com
