Telangana School and College Holiday: Govt Announces Two-Day Holiday On Feb 26, 27 | Check District-Wise List

Telangana School And College Holiday News: The Telangana government has announced a two-day holiday for all schools and colleges across the state on February 26 and 27, 2025, to observe Maha Shivaratri and facilitate polling for MLC elections.

Telangana Declares 2-Day Holiday for Schools and Colleges

February 26: Maha Shivaratri Celebration

Reason: A statewide public holiday to mark Maha Shivaratri, a major Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Impact: All educational institutions in Telangana will remain closed.

February 27: MLC Elections Polling

Reason: Elections for Graduate and Teacher MLC seats will be held across select districts.

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Affected Districts in Telangana:

-Medak

-Nizamabad

-Adilabad

-Karimnagar

-Warangal

-Khammam

-Nalgonda

Andhra Pradesh Closures: Schools in Srikakulam, Vizianagaram, Visakhapatnam, East Godavari, Guntur, and Krishna districts will also shut on February 27.

Why Are These Holidays Significant?

Maha Shivaratri 2025: The festival falls on February 26, with devotees observing fasts, night vigils, and special prayers at Shiva temples like Sri Sailam and Vemulawada.

MLC Elections: Polling on February 27 covers 6 MLC seats (3 in Telangana and 3 in Andhra Pradesh). Teachers and graduates are eligible to vote, necessitating school closures in election-bound districts.

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Election Schedule at a Glance

Voting Hours: 8 AM to 4 PM on February 27.

Counting: March 3, 2025

What Students And Parents Need To Know

Double Holiday Surprise: Students in Telangana will enjoy a 4-day break (February 26–27 + weekend).

District-Specific Closures: Confirm local announcements, as only election-bound districts in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana will close on February 27.