As students return to school after the summer holidays, July 2025 marks the beginning of the new academic session in many parts of India. The month is expected to have a regular schedule for most schools, with a few important holidays observed depending on national or regional significance.
One of the key holidays in July 2025 is Muharram, which marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year. It is a gazetted holiday and is generally observed across many schools in India. In 2025, Muharram is likely to fall on Sunday, 6 July, but the final date will be confirmed based on the sighting of the moon. If the moon is not visible on the evening of 5 July, the holiday may be observed on Monday, 7 July. Parents and students are advised to check with their schools for final confirmation.
Apart from Muharram, Rath Yatra, celebrated on 7 July 2025, may also be declared a school holiday in states where the festival is observed, such as Odisha.
All Sundays, 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th July, will be regular non-working days for schools across the country.
The Kanwar Yatra, which attracts large gatherings and processions in northern states, may also lead to school closures in areas like Noida, Ghaziabad, and Haridwar, though no official holiday has been declared as of now. Final decisions will be made closer to the date depending on local administration guidelines.
July 2025 National School Holidays
| Date | Occasion |
|---|---|
| 6 July 2025 | Muharram (Tentative) |
| 7 July 2025 | Muharram (If not on 6 July) |
| 7 July 2025 | Rath Yatra |
| 6, 13, 20, 27 July 2025 | Sundays (Weekly Off) |
| Date | Occasion | Region |
|---|---|---|
| 3 July 2025 | Kharchi Puja | Agartala |
| 5 July 2025 | Guru Hargobind Ji’s Birthday | Jammu & Srinagar |
| 14 July 2025 | Beh Deinkhlam | Shillong |
| 16 July 2025 | Harela | Dehradun |
| 17 July 2025 | Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh | Shillong |
| 19 July 2025 | Ker Puja | Agartala |
| 28 July 2025 | Drukpa Tshe-zi | Gangtok |
The main school holiday expected nationwide is for Muharram, while some states may also declare holidays for local festivals and religious events. The situation with Kanwar Yatra remains tentative, and school authorities are expected to issue notices if closures are decided.
Students and parents are encouraged to keep in touch with school announcements and local notifications to stay updated.
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