Diwali 2025: Schools Across India Announce Festive Holidays

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As Diwali 2025 approaches, schools across India are gearing up for the festival of lights, providing students and families with a break from their academic routines. In Rajasthan, schools have already begun their holidays, while Bihar and Uttar Pradesh will follow suit from October 20. This year, Diwali falls on Monday, October 20, with Lakshmi Puja taking place from 7:08 PM to 8:18 PM. Schools in various states have announced their holiday schedules, allowing students to participate in traditional Diwali festivities and family gatherings.

Key Takeaways:

  • Rajasthan schools have started their Diwali holidays on October 13, 2025, with a 12-day break.
  • Bihar schools will be shut from October 20 to 29, covering Diwali and Chhath Puja celebrations.
  • Uttar Pradesh schools will have a four-day festive holiday from October 20 to 23, with Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj being observed.
  • Karnataka schools, which were already on break, will now observe Diwali holidays as per the full festival schedule.
  • Most states will remain closed from October 20 to 23, with schools expected to resume after the Diwali festivities.

Statistics:

  • 12-day holiday break for Rajasthan schools (October 13-25, 2025)
  • 10-day holiday break for Bihar schools (October 20-29, 2025)
  • 4-day festive holiday for Uttar Pradesh schools (October 20-23, 2025)
  • Lakshmi Puja timing: 7:08 PM to 8:18 PM on October 20, 2025
  • Total Diwali 2025 festival schedule duration: 6 days (October 13-20, 22-23, 25)

Sources:

  • "Rajasthan Schools to Begin Holidays Today" by Indian National Press (Bombay) Pvt. Ltd., distributed by Contify.com
  • "Bihar Schools to Be Shut From Oct 20 to 29" by Indian National Press (Bombay) Pvt. Ltd., distributed by Contify.com
  • "Uttar Pradesh Schools to Have 4-Day Festive Holiday" by Indian National Press (Bombay) Pvt. Ltd., distributed by Contify.com