Tomorrow School Holiday Highlights: Check States And City-Wise School Closure Due To Cyclone 'Senyar', Severe AQI & Festivals

Due to moderate to heavy rainfall alert in Chennai and adjoining areas, schools in Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Thoothukudi, Ramanathapuram, Virudhunagar, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur are likely to be closed on Wednesday, November 26. Meanwhile, students are requested to be in touch with the school authority.

District administrations in Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, and Thoothukudi are closely monitoring the developing weather situation. Officials have hinted at the possibility of last-minute holiday announcements for schools if rainfall intensifies.

Schools in Delhi NCR, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh regions are generally scheduled to resume normal classes following the holiday on November 25 for Guru Tegh Bahadur's Martyrdom Day.

In Tamil Nadu districts where heavy rain is expected due to the weather, shops may close at the last minute. District administrations in areas like Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, and Thoothukudi are monitoring the situation and may issue official closure orders.

Winter vacation has been declared for government and private schools in Uttar Pradesh from December 20, 2025, to December 31, 2025. This means that students will get a total of 12 days of vacation. While PM Shri schools will have vacation from December 23, 2025 to January 1, 2026. This year, UP will have the earliest and longest vacation.

In view of high air pollution levels, all government and private offices in the national capital have been advised to function with only 50 per cent staff strength on site, while the remaining employees work from home, as per Stage 3 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).

Under GRAP-3 curbs, schools up to Class V are operating under a hybrid (online and offline) mode, rather than full in-person, due to very poor air quality.

Panjab University (PU) is observing a complete shutdown on Wednesday, November 26, after multiple student groups, joined by farmers' unions and civil groups, announced a bandh of the varsity campus.

The university announced that exams scheduled for Wednesday on campus have been postponed. It also stated that all teaching, non-teaching, and office activities will be suspended. 

Today, Wednesday, November 26, 2025, is generally a regular working day for schools across most of India, including Delhi, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.

The main exception is localised closures in parts of Tamil Nadu and the Kashmir Division of Jammu & Kashmir, due to weather conditions or scheduled winter vacations

Jammu and Kashmir government announced winter break for pre-primary classes will start their winter break from today November 26, 2025.

Under GRAP-3 restrictions, schools up to Class 5 are functioning under a hybrid (online + offline) mode because of severe Air Quality Index.

In Delhi, schools are functioning through hybrid format whereas in view of severe AQI, all government and private offices have been advised to function with only 50% staff.

Most schools in India will be open tomorrow, Wednesday, November 26, 2025, as it is a regular working day and observed as Constitution Day, not a national holiday.

Yes, in Jammu and Kashmir, the winter break has already been announced, and it's coming a bit earlier than expected. According to the latest official order, pre-primary classes will start their winter break from tomorrow, November 26, 2025.

For students in classes I to VIII, the last day of schoolwork will be December 1, while the academic sessions for classes IX to XII will conclude on December 11. This early start to winter vacations is in response to the region's usual winter weather patterns, where snow and cold often affect transportation and daily activities. So, if you're a student in Jammu and Kashmir, enjoy the extra time off!

Amid moderate to heavy rainfall in various parts of Tamil Nadu due to Cyclone Senyar, students and parents are eager to know whether schools and colleges will be closed on Wednesday, November 26. However, as there is no official notification on the same, students and parents are advised to be in touch with their school authority before attending school.

For 26 November, there is currently no official holiday announced for schools in Delhi despite the worsening air quality index.

A local holiday has been declared for the Nagapattinam district on December 1st in view of the 468th annual Kanduri festival of Nagore Dargah. This holiday is applicable to schools, colleges and government offices.

With this, the Nagapattinam district will get three days of holiday. That is, Saturday, November 29, Sunday, November 30, and Monday, December 1. Therefore, students are jumping for joy as they will have three consecutive days of holiday.

In Tamil Nadu/Puducherry, schools in some districts may be closed due to the impact of Cyclone Senyar and associated heavy rainfall. Official confirmation is pending and will depend on local weather.

According to an official order, pre-primary classes will close for winter break from November 26 (Wednesday), while classwork for students of classes I to VIII will end on December 1. The academic work for classes IX to XII will stop from December 11

Winter vacation has been declared for government and private schools in Uttar Pradesh from December 20, 2025, to December 31, 2025. This means that students will get a total of 12 days of vacation. While PM Shri schools will have vacation from December 23, 2025 to January 1, 2026. This year, UP will have the earliest and longest vacation.

There is no official statewide school holiday declared for November 26 (Wednesday) in major regions of India, like Delhi or Uttar Pradesh (Noida/Ghaziabad), based on official government calendar.

According to media reports, school holidays are expected to be announced in Kallakurichi, Puducherry, Virudhunagar, Thanjavur, Tiruchi, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Tiruvarur, Ariyalur, Karur and other regions. A confirmation regarding the school holiday is expected soon. Students are advised to keep in touch with the school authorities regarding the confirmation of school holidays.

Following the High Court's directive, the CQCM has directed all schools in Delhi that outdoor activities in schools will be stopped or reduced significantly due to high pollution levels in many areas of NCR.

1. Check official sources: Rely on announcements from relevant government bodies like the Directorate of Education, Delhi Government or state education departments.

2. Monitor school communications: Schools often send circulars, text messages, or update their official websites to inform parents about sudden closures.

3.  Follow local news: Keep an eye on reputable local news outlets l

The key highlights related to Tamil Nadu School Holiday on November 26, 2025, due to Rain are given below.

-As per the IMD weather forecast for November 26, 2025, most of the coastal districts are under yellow alert. In view of the approaching cyclone, state governments may declare school holidays in vulnerable coastal areas as a precautionary measure.

-The official statement regarding the Tamil Nadu School Holiday on 26 November 2025 due to Rain is awaited.

-The Andaman and Nicobar Islands could experience extremely heavy rainfall, while Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka are expected to experience continuous heavy rainfall.

-Schools in Virudhunagar, Thanjavur, Tiruchi, Pudukottai, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Tiruvarur, Ariyalur, and Karur will remain closed for safety on November 24, 2025.

Yes! Delhi schools will remain shut today on account of Shaheedi Diwas.

All schools, colleges, and government offices will remain shut in view of Shaheedi Diwas today.

The Delhi Government has officially declared 25 November 2025 a public holiday to mark the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib. What was earlier listed as a restricted holiday has now been upgraded to a full public holiday. As a result, all government offices, government schools, and most private institutions in Delhi will remain closed.
Chief Minister Rekha Gupta shared the update on X, highlighting that Guru Sahib’s teachings of courage, compassion, and religious freedom continue to inspire citizens even today.

The Uttarakhand government has revised the date of the public holiday for Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day for 2025, shifting it from November 24 to November 25. The change has been notified through an official order issued by the state's General Administration Department.

Schools were ordered to remain closed in Chennai Virudhunagar, Thanjavur, Tiruchi, Pudukottai, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Tiruvarur, Ariyalur, and Karur districts in the state on Monday. These districts may also announce school holidays on Tuesday.

All schools (government and private) in Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad will be closed tomorrow, November 25, for Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Diwas (Martyrdom Day).

-As of the evening of Monday, November 24, 2025, official announcements regarding school holidays for Tuesday, November 25, 2025, in specific districts of Tamil Nadu are expected later today from local authorities.

-A holiday for schools was widely declared across many districts for Monday, November 24, due to heavy rainfall and the impact of Cyclone Senyar.

Status for Tomorrow (Tuesday, Nov 25, 2025):

-Updates for Tuesday's school holiday status are pending and will be decided by individual district administrations based on the latest weather conditions and rain forecasts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

-Parents and students are advised to monitor official announcements from their respective district collectors and local news sources.

Schools in the following districts of Tamil Nadu have been declared closed for today, the 24th: Madurai, Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, Karur, Virudhunagar, Ramanathapuram, Trichy, Thiruvarur, Sivaganga, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Mayiladuthurai, Ariyalur, Kallakurichi, and Thoothukudi. If the rain alert persists, the holiday may continue tomorrow, November 25th. Parents and teachers should stay in touch with their local school administrations for official holiday updates.

The schools in Uttar Pradesh, NCR areas of Noida and Ghaziabad will be closed on November 25 to observe the Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day (Shaheedi Diwas)

As per the Chennai Meteorological Department,  Very heavy rainfall is likely in 7 districts of Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai and Puducherry on November 29th.

Due to the cyclone, heavy rainfall is expected to continue in Tamil Nadu from November 21st to 26th. Very heavy rainfall is expected today and tomorrow, especially in the southern districts and delta districts of Tamil Nadu. A heavy rainfall warning has been issued for Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Thoothukudi, Ramanathapuram, Virudhunagar, Pudukkottai, Thanjavur, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam, and Mayiladuthurai districts. In view of this, schools are also likely to be closed tomorrow, November 25th.

The Chennai Meteorological Department (CMD) has said that light to moderate rain with thunder and lightning is likely to occur in the districts of Chengalpattu, Chennai, Coimbatore, Cuddalore, Dindigul, Kallakurichi, Kanchipuram, Kanyakumari, Karur, Madurai, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Pudukkottai, Ranipet, Salem, Sivaganga, Tenkasi, Thanjavur, Nilgiris, Tiruvallur, Thiruvarur, Trichy, Tirunelveli, Tiruvannamalai, Vellore, Villupuram and Virudhunagar in Tamil Nadu till 7 pm tonight.

Several districts in Tamil Nadu and the Puducherry region announced school and college holidays for today (November 24) due to heavy rainfall and a cyclone alert (Cyclone Senyar). The status for tomorrow (November 25) will depend on ongoing weather alerts from the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Yes, Delhi will observe a public holiday on November 25th, marking Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day, and all schools in the capital will remain closed on that day.

In Uttar Pradesh, the government has changed its Martyrdom Day holiday from November 24th to November 25th, 2025. According to an updated order issued by the General Administration Department, the earlier date has been corrected, and all state government offices and schools will follow the new schedule.

Schools in Noida and Ghaziabad may soon issue official school closure notices. Educational institutions across the NCR, including Delhi, Noida, Ghaziabad, and surrounding areas, may remain closed on Tuesday to mark the day.

The Government of Delhi has officially declared a public holiday for November 25. It is to mark the 350th Shaheedi Diwas (Martyrdom Day) of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib Ji.

-In view of the heavy rain forecast for several districts, several districts in Tamil Nadu have announced school holiday on Monday (November 24, 2025).

-District Collector M.S. Prasanth has declared holiday for schools in Kallakurichi district on Monday.

-Ramanathapuram District Collector Simranjeet Singh Kahlon declares one-day holiday for schools due to heavy rain.

-Puducherry Home Minister A. Namassivayam has declared holiday for schools and colleges in Puducherry and Karaikal regions on Monday due to rain. 

-In view of the cyclone Senyar, there are chances that schools in Tamil Nadu might remain shut tomorrow, November 25. Parents and students are advised to keep checking this space to stay alert for updates.

The state has been witnessing heavy rainfall since November 22. The Government of Kerala may announce school holidays in affected districts if conditions worsen today. District authorities are likely to declare holidays in sensitive regions on November 25. 

The Uttarakhand government has revised the date of the public holiday for Guru Tegh Bahadur Martyrdom Day for 2025, shifting it from November 24 to November 25. The change has been notified through an official order issued by the state's General Administration Department.

A low-pressure area has formed over the Strait of Malacca and adjoining South Andaman Sea. Due to this, schools in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal may announce holiday tomorrow, November 25. Parents and students are advised to keep checking this space to stay alert for updates.

Officials said schools in Madurai district have been closed on Monday due to incessant rainfall.District Collector Praveen Kumar made the announcement this morning, citing safety concerns and the need to protect students from inconvenience.

According to officials, many parts of the district have been receiving incessant rainfall since last night, flooding low-lying areas and disrupting local transportation.

In light of this, schools are likely to remain closed on Tuesday, November 25th. Parents and students are advised to contact their school administrations for official updates.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced that all schools in Delhi will remain closed on 25 November 2025. This holiday is declared to commemorate the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib. Students will get a full day off as part of the official public holiday. The decision applies to government and private schools across Delhi.

The Punjab government has announced a public holiday on 25 November 2025 to observe Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s Shaheedi Diwas, and Chandigarh will follow the same directive. All schools, colleges, and government offices in Chandigarh will remain closed to honour the supreme sacrifice of the ninth Sikh Guru.

In view of the heavy rain forecast for several districts, several districts in Tamil Nadu have announced school holiday on Monday

Holiday has been declared for schools in Cuddalore district due to rain. Madurai Collector K.J. Praveen Kumar declared holiday for schools in the district. 

District Collector R. Brindha Devi declared holiday for schools in Attur, Thalaivasal, Gangavalli, and Pethanaickenpalayam taluks in Salem district. 

In view of the heavy rain forecast for several districts, several districts in Tamil Nadu have announced school holiday on Monday (November 24, 2025).

Holiday has been declared for schools in Virudhunagar, Thanjavur, Tiruchi, Pudukottai, Nagapattinam, Mayiladuthurai, Tiruvarur, Ariyalur and Karur districts due to rain.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has declared a public holiday on November 25, not November 24, to mark the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib. Schools will function normally on November 24 unless an AQI emergency aris

Pollution in the NCR continues to rise as evening readings again fall into the "severe" zone, fueling speculation of the imposition of GRAP 4 tonight.

Until an official order is issued, schools will remain "normal," although many are already minimizing outings, halting assemblies and sports for younger students.

The India Meteorological Department has warned that a low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal may intensify into Cyclone “Senyar” around November 24.

Regions Likely To Be Affected:

1. Andaman & Nicobar Islands -extremely heavy rainfall
2. Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Rayalaseema -widespread heavy rain
3. The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has placed 15 districts in Tamil Nadu on alert.
4. Orange Alert: Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Thoothukudi
5. Yellow Alert: Ramanathapuram, Karaikal and 10 other districts

Authorities have advised parents and students to stay in touch with school administrations for last-minute updates, particularly in weather-affected regions.

Tamil Nadu is expected to receive heavy rainfall from 23 to 25 November, as warned by the IMD. Coastal regions like Chennai, Cuddalore, Nagapattinam, and Tuticorin may face intense rain and strong winds. Depending on the weather, local authorities may announce last-minute school holidays for safety. Parents and students are advised to stay updated with district-level alerts.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has declared a public holiday on November 25, not November 24, to mark the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib. Schools will function normally on November 24 unless an AQI emergency arises.

Parents and student groups in NCR are pushing for a completely online mode for all classes, citing health risks; however, officials are still mulling the decision.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal may intensify into Cyclone “Senyar” around November 24.

This development is expected to bring:

1. Extremely heavy rainfall over the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
2. Continuous heavy rain in Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, and Rayalaseema
3. Strong winds and rough sea conditions along coastal regions
4. Due to these conditions, several southern states may issue last-minute school closure announcements.
5. Rainfall Alerts and Possible Holidays in Southern States

Schools in Punjab and Chandigarh will remain closed on November 24 to observe the Martyrdom Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the ninth Sikh Guru. The day holds immense religious significance, and educational institutions will stay shut as per the official directive.

The Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) has forecast heavy rain in 15 districts of Tamil Nadu today. Four southern districts—Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi and Thoothukudi—are under an orange alert for very heavy rainfall, while 11 others including Ramanathapuram and Karaikal face a yellow alert.

Parents and students should remain in touch with their school or college administrations for latest updates regarding holiday. 

Schools in Delhi-NCR have been ordered to halt outdoor sports and games as air quality plummets into the “very poor” to “severe” zone, posing major health risks for children.

Parents and students should contact their school administration for details on altered schedules or indoor activity plans and monitor local AQI updates closely. 

As Cyclone Senyar intensifies, school and college officials in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are considering closing schools on Monday, November 24, as a precautionary measure. Institutions, especially those in coastal and flood-prone areas, may announce a full holiday early to avoid any disruption and ensure student safety.

Parents and students should monitor official updates from their district education departments and school or college administrations. Please check local weather bulletins and official closure notices. It's wise to plan ahead for the possibility of a holiday, rather than waiting for last-minute announcements or for the situation to worsen.

Students in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana will enjoy Sankranti repeats.

States like Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Chandigarh and Uttarakhand observe holiday on Guru Tegh Bahadur's martyrdom day. Schools, colleges and educational institutes are likely to be closed on Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Diwas.

• Delhi
• Punjab
• Haryana
• Chandigarh
• Uttarakhand.

The Delhi CM Reskha Gupta has declared a public holiday on November 25 to commemorate the 350th Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib.

Noida: Schools in Noida (Uttar Pradesh) will be closed due to the public holiday for Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Diwas.

Northern States: Schools and colleges in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Uttarakhand will also remain closed for the Guru Tegh Bahadur Shaheedi Diwas public holiday.

Southern States (Cyclone/Rain Alert): While a low-pressure area is likely to intensify into a depression (potentially Cyclone Senyar) over the Bay of Bengal around November 24, no blanket school holiday has been officially declared for all districts in the southern states yet.

Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued warnings for heavy rainfall in isolated places in these states. District administrations will monitor local conditions and may announce last-minute school closures.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Very heavy rainfall is likely on November 24 and 25.

Odisha: Authorities are on alert, but specific school holidays for November 24 have not been widely announced yet

In Delhi, Noida & Ghaziabad, schools for Classes up to V have also been directed to switch to hybrid mode until further orders, due to increasing pollution.

A low-pressure system in the southeast Bay of Bengal could intensify into Cyclone Senyar, bringing heavy rainfall to Andhra Pradesh and light to heavy rainfall to Telangana. Coastal districts could receive significant rainfall starting around November 24th.

Schools are scheduled to reopen on Tuesday, but officials are considering a holiday on November 24th for safety reasons. Parents are advised to check official updates from education departments and weather bulletins.