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- UP schools closed October 19 for Mahanavami holiday.
- Dussehra public holiday on October 20 for all institutions.
- Schools, colleges to reopen across UP on October 21.
UP School Holiday: All schools and colleges across Uttar Pradesh will remain closed on Monday, October 19, after CM Yogi Adityanath has declared a public holiday on the occasion of Mahanavami. The closure applies to all government, private, and primary schools throughout the state. With this, students will get a three-day-long break starting from Sunday. They can enjoy the festivities and spend quality time with their families. Visiting pandals and being treated with sweets are the major highlights of this day.
Dussehra Holiday On October 20
Dussehra, or Vijayadashami, is a gazetted public holiday across Uttar Pradesh on October 20, 2026. Schools, colleges, and state government offices will be closed on Tuesday. The day marks the significance of good over evil with festivities all around. Without making the break too taxing, parents can also encourage their kids to finish holiday homework and review lessons
Schools To Re-Open On Wednesday
After the three-day holiday, schools will reopen on Wednesday, October 21, 2026. Students and teachers have to return to their normal academic schedule. Parents must ensure that children are well prepared to go to school following the Dussehra holidays.