Chhath Puja School Holiday 2025: Schools to remain closed in Delhi, Bihar, UP, West Bengal & Jharkhand — check dates here

Chhath Puja School Holiday 2025

State governments across the northern and eastern belt have announced a series of school holidays for Chhath Puja 2025. The announcements, led by Delhi, Bihar, and Jharkhand, reflect the deep cultural and spiritual significance of the festival dedicated to the Sun God.

With lakhs of devotees preparing for the rigorous rituals, the closure of educational institutions will allow families to travel to their hometowns and observe the festivities without disruption. The holiday pattern varies by state, with some declaring a single day and others observing an extended break.

Here is a detailed, state-wise breakdown of the school closures for Chhath Puja 2025.

Delhi: Official Holiday Declared for October 27

The national capital has formally approved a school holiday on Monday, October 27, 2025, for Chhath Puja. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, with the notification issued by the General Administration Department (GAD). The decision, which has received the formal assent of the Lieutenant Governor, acknowledges the widespread observance of the festival among Delhi's resident communities.

Bihar: Extended Festive Break Until October 29

In Bihar, the heartland of Chhath Puja celebrations, the state government has declared an extended holiday period for educational institutions. The break, which began around October 18 to cover Diwali festivities, will now extend through Chhath Puja, until October 29.

Uttar Pradesh: District-Wise Closures Expected

While the Uttar Pradesh state government is yet to issue a statewide circular, schools in districts with significant Chhath-practicing populations are expected to announce holidays. Key cities like Varanasi, Gorakhpur, and Prayagraj are likely to see school closures around the main festival days, particularly October 27. Parents and students are advised to await a formal government notification or check with their respective district administrations for confirmed dates.

West Bengal: Dual Festivals Prompt Multiple Closures

West Bengal has announced a series of school holidays to accommodate two major festivals. Schools across the state will be closed on:

• October 27 and 28 for Chhath Puja.
• October 31 for the celebration of Jagadhatri Puja, a prominent festival in the Hooghly and Krishnanagar regions.

This schedule ensures that all communities can fully participate in their respective cultural and religious observances.

Significance of Chhath Puja

Chhath Puja is a four-day festival of reverence and thanksgiving to the Sun God (Surya Dev) for sustaining life on Earth. It is distinguished by its rigorous rituals, which include a strict 36-hour fast without water (Nirjala Vrat) and the offering of 'Arghya' to the setting and rising sun while standing in a water body. The festival honours both Usha (the first light of dawn) and Pratyusha (the last light of dusk).

As more states are expected to confirm their holiday schedules, students and parents are encouraged to monitor official government education department websites for the latest announcements.