Today School Holiday (10 Dec) Live Updates: Check Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra & Other State-Wise School Closure Updates Here

Delhi schools will likely enjoy winter vacations between December 23 and January 1, 2026.

Schools in various hilly regions of Jammu and Kashmir are under a scheduled closure from 8 to 14 December due to severe cold-wave conditions, early snowfall and dense fog. These conditions have made commuting unsafe for students, and authorities have extended winter safety advisories for all educational institutions.

In Maharashtra, particularly in the Marathwada belt, school schedules continue to be affected by the ongoing teachers’ strike, leading to closures or restricted class operations on 10 December. Meanwhile, schools in Mumbai and major urban cities are expected to run as usual. Parents should verify details with their respective institutions.

According to the IMD reports, light to moderate rainfall with isolated heavy spells is expected in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry from December 9–11, 2025.

 Schools in various hilly regions are under a scheduled winter closure due to severe cold-wave conditions, early snowfall, and dense fog, which makes commuting unsafe. This closure is expected to last until at least December 14.

Coastal districts in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Coastal Andhra Pradesh regions continue to experience intermittent rainfall and strong winds due to the residual impact of Cyclone Ditwah. Although a statewide holiday has not been announced for 10 December, several districts remain under weather watch. Many schools are expected to make decisions locally, with some opting for partial closures or flexible class timings depending on rainfall intensity and waterlogging.

Schools in various districts are closed on December 9 and will also be closed on December 11 for local body elections. Decisions on closures for weather reasons in between these dates are made at the district level.

Schools are operating normally. No weather or pollution-related closures have been announced for Wednesday, December 10, though the situation regarding air quality is continuously monitored

As of Tuesday, December 9, 2025, several districts in India, particularly in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, have declared school holidays for Wednesday, December 10, due to ongoing weather conditions and local elections. There is no nationwide school holiday.

Note: Parents and students are advised to rely on official announcements from their respective district collectors, school administrations, or local news sources for the most accurate and immediate information regarding school holidays

According to the IMD reports, light to moderate rainfall with isolated heavy spells is expected in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry from December 9–11, 2025.

• Local body election- December 9, 11 
• Second Saturday- December 13 
• Christmas Holidays- December 19 to 28, 2025. 

 Schools in several districts will remain closed on December 9 and December 11 to facilitate local body elections. The specific districts impacted are Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kottayam, Idukki, Alappuzha, and Ernakulam

-Christmas: December 25, 2025 (Thursday)

-Winter Break: Generally begins around December 20-31, 2025, and lasts until early to mid-January 2026.

-New Year's Day: January 1, 2026 (Thursday)

-Republic Day: January 26, 2026 (Monday)

-Maha Shivratri: February 15/16, 2026 (Sunday/Monday)

-Holi: March 4, 2026 (Wednesday)

On December 11th, 2025, there will be a public holiday in the following districts:

1. Thrissur
2. Palakkad
3. Malappuram
4. Kozhikode
5. Wayanad
6. Kannur
7. Kasaragod

Authorities in districts like Chennai, Kanchipuram, Cuddalore, and nearby coastal areas are monitoring weather conditions closely. An official announcement for a school holiday on December 10 has not been confirmed yet and will depend on the rainfall overnight. Parents and students are advised to stay alert for official district-wise updates or contact their school administration directly.

-Christmas: December 25, 2025 (Thursday).

-Winter Vacation: The duration varies by school and region, but breaks typically begin in late December and can last until early to mid-January.

-New Year's Day: January 1, 2026 (Thursday).

-Republic Day: January 26, 2026 (Monday).

-Maha Shivratri: February 15, 2026 (Sunday).

Holi: March 4, 2026 (Wednesday)

All schools in Meghalaya will remain closed on December 12 as it is a state holiday of Meghalaya. December 12 is a holiday in Meghalaya to observe the death anniversary of Pa Togan Nengminja Sangma.

For many schools across states, Christmas Day (25 December) remains a confirmed holiday.For many schools across states, Christmas Day (25 December) remains a confirmed holiday.

While most schools have reopened after Cyclone Ditwah, some district officials may still declare closures based on local conditions and ongoing heavy rain alerts.

Kerala has announced school holidays on December 9 and December 11, 2025, to facilitate the two-phase local body elections, as many school buildings will serve as polling stations and election management centers.

In Jammu and Kashmir, schools in several winter-zone districts will remain closed from December 8 to December 14 due to an intense cold wave. Freezing temperatures, thick fog, and early snowfall have made road conditions hazardous, leading officials to take precautionary measures. Students in these areas will have a week off as authorities prioritise safety over classroom activities.

Schools will be closed in 8 districts of Kerala on Tuesday. As part of this, holidays have been declared for schools in Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki and Ernakulam districts.

-Christmas: December 25, 2025 (Thursday)

-Winter Break: Generally begins around December 20-31, 2025, and lasts until early to mid-January 2026.

-New Year's Day: January 1, 2026 (Thursday)

-Republic Day: January 26, 2026 (Monday)

-Maha Shivratri: February 15/16, 2026 (Sunday/Monday)

-Holi: March 4, 2026 (Wednesday)

Kerala has declared school holidays on December 9 and December 11, 2025, for the two-phase local body elections. Schools will be used as polling booths and for election arrangements.

December 9 Holiday – Districts Affected

• Thiruvananthapuram

• Kollam

• Pathanamthitta

• Alappuzha

• Kottayam

• Idukki

• Ernakulam

Meghalaya schools, both government and private, will remain closed on December 12 to observe the death anniversary of Pa Togan Nengminja Sangma, honoring his legacy and contributions to the region.

According to the Met Department's forecast, the maximum temperature is likely to remain 30 degrees Celsius, with the minimum dropping to 24 degrees Celsius. As of now, there is no update on schools being closed tomorrow.

Several districts across Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and coastal Andhra Pradesh will keep schools closed from December 8 to December 13 as heavy rain triggered by Cyclone Ditwah continues to disrupt normal life. Officials have urged parents to monitor updates as rain levels may vary by region.

Schools have been closed in several districts of Tamil Nadu, including Chennai, Kanchipuram, Cuddalore, and surrounding coastal areas this week due to heavy rains and strong winds.
However, the government has not yet announced a holiday for December 9, 2025.

Extreme winter conditions have led to a week-long holiday in Jammu & Kashmir’s winter zone schools. Dense fog, sub-zero temperatures, and early snowfall have made it unsafe for children to travel.

-Schools in the winter zone (mainly hilly districts) will remain closed from December 8 to December 14.

-Pre-primary to Class 8 schools will remain closed for the entire month of December.

-Cold wave has intensified due to early snowfall and harsh winds.

In Maharashtra, schools may face irregular classes due to the ongoing statewide teachers’ strike, though this is not an official holiday.

Kerala has announced school holidays on December 9 and December 11, 2025, to facilitate the two-phase local body elections, as many school buildings will serve as polling stations and election management centers.

In Kerala, while the cyclone has affected the weather in some parts, schools have holidays this week, mainly because of local body polls. Several districts are observing public holidays for election-related arrangements. However, these holidays vary by region and are not directly linked to December 9.

Parents should follow the district education department notices for exact schedules.

Several districts in Tamil Nadu, such as Chennai, Kanchipuram, Cuddalore, and nearby coastal areas, have already seen school closures this week due to heavy rain and strong winds.
However, for December 9, the government has not announced any holiday yet.

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Weather in the states of Puducherry, Andhra Pradesh, and Karnataka is affected by the cyclone, but there are no confirmed school holidays for December 9. Officials are closely monitoring rain and wind conditions.

Schools are expected to be open. A previous strike on December 6 has concluded, and there are no new holiday announcements for December 9

Districts With Holiday on December 9:

The following districts will observe a holiday on Tuesday, December 9:

1. Thiruvananthapuram
2. Kollam
3. Pathanamthitta
4. Alappuzha
5. Kottayam
6. Idukki
7. Ernakulam

There is no general school holiday announced for Noida, Uttar Pradesh, for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9, 2025. Schools in the region are expected to be open.

For Delhi schools, the main upcoming holiday is the Winter Vacation, scheduled from around December 23, 2025, to January 1, 2026, with schools reopening on January 2, 2026. However, some years see extended breaks for younger classes due to cold/pollution, with specific dates varying slightly by official circulars for the 2025-2026 session. 

Schools in Tamil Nadu  districts such as Chennai, Tiruvallur, and Kanchipuram may experience closures due to ongoing adverse weather conditions and heavy rainfall associated with Cyclone Ditwah. District Collectors issue daily announcements, so parents and students should check local official sources.

-December 7, 2025:   Sunday

-December 14, 2025: Sunday

-December 21, 2025: Sunday

-December 25, 2025: Christmas

-December 28, 2025: Sunday

-Winter Vacation: December 20 to 31, 2025 (12 days)

A public holiday in kerala has been declared for all educational institutions and public offices in the following districts due to local body elections:

-Thiruvananthapuram

-Kollam

-Pathanamthitta

-Alappuzha

-Kottayam

-Idukki

-Ernakulam

In some private and public schools, Christmas Eveing ie.24 December is observed as a holiday, particularly in regions with Christian communities.

No! As of now, there is no confirmation regarding school closures in Chennai.

Kerala: Schools and all educational institutions in the districts of Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Idukki, and Ernakulam will be closed due to local body elections.

Tamil Nadu/Puducherry: District collectors in coastal areas affected by heavy rainfall and weather disruptions (from Cyclone Ditwah) may announce local holidays, so parents and students should check with their specific school authorities.

All schools in Meghalaya will remain closed on December 12 to observe the death anniversary of Pa Togan Nengminja Sangma.

Schools in Kerala will remain closed on December 9 and December 11 due to local body elections across different regions.

All schools in Meghalaya will remain closed on December 12 to observe the death anniversary of Pa Togan Nengminja Sangma.

Schools in Kerala will remain closed on December 9 and December 11 due to local body elections across different regions.

Low temperature and dense fog have prompted school closures in J & K winter zone. Schools in the hilly regions will remain closed from December 8 to December 14 due to the cold wave, fog and early snowfall.

Thiruvananthapuram: A holiday has been declared for specific educational institutions that are functioning as polling stations, distribution, or reception centers for the elections. All institutions in Mar Ivanios Vidyanagar are included in this.

Other Districts: Schools in most other districts are expected to function normally unless a specific local notification has been issued by the respective District Collector due to local events or weather conditions.

State-wide Public Holidays: Across Kerala, general public holidays for all educational institutions have been officially declared for December 9 and December 11 for the main polling days of the local body elections. 

Kerala Local Body Election Holidays (District-Wise):

Thiruvananthapuram: Holiday on Dec 8 & 13 for polling, distribution, reception and counting centers. Dec 9 public holiday. Exams will be held as scheduled.

Alappuzha: Holiday on Dec 8 & 9 for institutions up to higher secondary and centers with election duties.

Kottayam: Holiday on Dec 8 & 9 for polling booths and distribution/reception centers.

Idukki: Holiday on Dec 8, 9 & 13 for polling, distribution, reception, and counting centers.

Ernakulam:Dec 8 holiday only for Pullepady St. Augustine Public School.

A local holiday has been declared for specific schools within the Kanchipuram district (Tamil Nadu) on December 8, 2025 (today), for the occasion of the Ekambareswarar Temple consecration (Mahakumbhabhishekam).

-The holiday applies to 149 schools in the district.

-It is a local holiday and not a general public holiday for all institutions across the entire state.

Note: Parents and students should check official announcements from their specific school administration or the Kancheepuram district website for confirmation regarding their particular school's status.

Thiruvananthapuram District Collector Anu Kumari has declared a holiday on December 8 for all institutions, including educational institutions, that serve as polling stations and distribution and reception centers for the upcoming local body elections. The holiday applies to all institutions in Mar Ivanios Vidya Nagar, which serves as a distribution and reception center.

As 2025 winds down, schools gear up for winter break, leading to schedule changes. Many institutions may adjust classes and reschedule exams to accommodate the holiday season and administrative planning.

-Monday, December 8: Mostly sunny and dry conditions are expected across most of the state, with high temperatures around 28°C.

-Tuesday, December 9: Cloudy conditions are forecasted, and some light to moderate rains may return to the southern parts of the state due to an easterly wave.

-Wednesday, December 10: Mostly cloudy skies with light rain expected in isolated areas.

No, schools in Maharashtra are expected to remain open on Monday, December 8, 2025, as it is a standard working day and not a statewide holiday.

However, some schools might still experience disruptions or have local closures for specific reasons:

In view of the cold, fog, and snowfall, school holidays have been announced for children in Jammu and Kashmir. Schools in the winter zone (primarily the mountainous regions) of Jammu and Kashmir will be closed on December 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14. Furthermore, schools will remain closed even after this time, as all pre-primary schools and schools up to grade 8 in the winter zone of Jammu and Kashmir will remain closed for the entire month of December.

Here is the full list of Uttar Pradesh government holidays for 2026:

In many private and public schools, especially those near Christian communities, Christmas Eve (December 24) is observed as an official holiday, allowing for early festive preparations.

Schools are reportedly closed in several districts of Southern India due to heavy rainfall and the effects of Cyclone Ditwah.

Tamil Nadu: Several districts, including Chennai, Kanchipuram, Cuddalore, and Tiruvallur, are likely to have school closures due to adverse weather conditions.

Kerala: A statewide school holiday has been officially declared for tomorrow (December 8) due to local body elections.

Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra: Some districts in these states may also have holidays based on local weather alerts and administrative decisions related to the cyclone aftermath. 

Students in Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad are eagerly waiting for their winter break. As December arrives, North India experiences colder temperatures, which usually leads to longer school holidays. While the Education Department or local District Magistrates have not yet officially announced the dates for the 2025-26 academic year, past patterns suggest that winter vacation will likely begin around Christmas.

Parents and students are strongly advised to confirm with their specific school administration through official communication channels (e.g., SMS, school website, or local news updates) before attending school tomorrow, as local conditions can change rapidly.

Madhya Pradesh (MP) school winter vacations for 2025 are expected to start around December 23, 2025, for government, private, and central board schools, generally running until December 31st or the first week of January 2026, aligning with Christmas break, but dates can vary slightly, so checking your specific school's circular is best

Meghalaya schools have a confirmed holiday on December 12, 2025, for the death anniversary of freedom fighter Pa Togan Nengminja Sangma, affecting all government and private schools and leading to the postponement of MBOSE Class 11 practical exams. 

PM SHRI Schools are set to observe a 10-day winter break starting from December 23, 2025, through January 1, 2026. Students and parents should confirm these dates with their individual school administration.

There is no general school holiday scheduled for Monday, December 8, 2025, in Noida or across Uttar Pradesh. Schools in Noida are expected to be open.

Maharashtra & Andhra Pradesh: Selective, local closures might be in effect in certain districts due to varied local reasons or spillover rain effects.

There is no general school holiday across all of Tamil Nadu for Monday, December 8, 2025, but some districts, such as Kancheepuram, have declared specific local holidays. Cyclone Ditwah's primary impact has largely lessened, but local conditions or other events might still lead to isolated closures. 

District-Wise Status for December 8, 2025:

Chennai: Schools are expected to operate normally unless a last-minute decision is made by local authorities due to any unforeseen change in conditions.

Kancheepuram: Some local reports suggest that 113 schools in Kancheepuram district have a holiday on December 8, 2025, due to a temple festival at the Ekambareswarar Temple, not weather.

Other Districts (Chengalpattu, Thiruvallur, Cuddalore, Villupuram, Tiruvannamalai): No official blanket holiday announcement for all these districts on December 8, 2025, has been made in connection with the cyclone as of the latest updates. Weather conditions are expected to be less severe than earlier in the week

 All educational institutions and government offices will be closed in the following districts for the local body elections:

-Kollam

-Pathanamthitta

-Alappuzha

-Kottayam

-Idukki

-Ernakulam

As of now, schools in Chennai and Kerala are expected to function normally on December 8, 2025. Any decision regarding closure will only be made by local school authorities through a special notice if conditions change.

 Most schools are expected to be open, as the strike that caused closures last week is over.

Schools are expected In Noida/Ghaziabad & Delhi to be open. There have been no recent announcements regarding closures due to weather or air quality.

All higher-secondary schools in Alappuzha district, Kerala, will remain closed on 8 December 2025 due to preparations for the upcoming local-body elections.

Monday, December 8:  Schools are expected to operate as usual unless a specific local district authority announces a last-minute weather-related closure (e.g., due to the effects of Cyclone Ditwah, though no official blanket announcement has been made). Students and parents should monitor local district announcements for any changes.

Tuesday, December 9 (Holiday): All educational institutions and government offices will be closed in the following districts for the local body elections:

• • Thiruvananthapuram
  • Kollam
  • Pathanamthitta
  • Alappuzha
  • Kottayam
  • Idukki
  • Ernakulam

Schools will remain closed on December 9 and December 11, 2025, on account of local-body elections and polling arrangements.

Local reports suggest that in the state of Kanchipuram district (Tamil Nadu), 113 schools have been given a holiday on 8 December 2025 — due to a temple festival at the local Ekambareswarar Temple.

Jammu & Kashmir (Winter Zone): Schools for pre-primary to class 8 were already closed from December 1, and the break continues on December 8. Classes 9-12 will also begin their extended winter vacation on December 11.

Other States (e.g., Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Punjab): There is generally no specific school holiday on December 8. The primary winter breaks in these regions are scheduled to start later in December, usually around Christmas Day or the last week of the month, to coincide with the most severe cold weather or festive periods.

Local/Weather-Related Holidays: Schools in certain specific districts may announce sudden, local closures due to immediate, severe weather conditions (like heavy rain or extreme cold), but these are announced at the district level, often on the day prior or morning of. 

Parents and students are strongly advised to check official announcements from their specific school's administration, the local District Magistrate's office, or their state's education department for the most accurate and up-to-date information

Schools in the winter zone of Jammu and Kashmir have extensive winter vacations, meaning schools for pre-primary to class 8 are already closed as of December 8, and classes 9-12 will close shortly after.

Tamil Nadu is currently experiencing light rainfall due to Cyclone Ditwah. While schools in several districts were closed on previous days, authorities are evaluating conditions daily.

As of now, there is no definitive, widespread official holiday announcement for all districts for tomorrow, December 8.

Parents and students in affected areas like Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, Cuddalore, and Puducherry must check official announcements from their respective District Collectors or school administrations tonight for the latest updates.

No, schools in Maharashtra are expected to be open on Monday, December 8, 2025, as it is a standard working day and does not fall on any national festival or special occasion.

While some local holidays, weather-related closures, or specific school breaks for Christmas may occur later in December, there is no general holiday declared for December 8th across the state.

For specific information regarding any potential local closures (e.g., related to local elections or weather conditions), parents and students are advised to check directly with their respective school administrations or local education authorities.

The Kerala government has declared December 9 and 11 as public holidays for all state offices, educational institutions, and commercial establishments. These paid holidays have been announced in view of the upcoming general elections to the local self-government bodies.

Some schools in districts around Chennai recently remained closed due to heavy rains after Cyclone Ditwah, but authorities have not announced a holiday for December 8.