State-Wise School Holidays Announced for Dussehra and Festive Season 2026
Dussehra and related festivals in October 2026 will lead to varied school holidays across Indian states. Telangana and Andhra Pradesh offer extended breaks from October 10 to 22, while Karnataka schools close from October 3 to 21. Eastern states like West Bengal, Assam, Odisha, and Bihar observe holidays mainly for Durga Puja between mid-October and late October. Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Haryana have one-day holidays on October 20 for Dussehra. Holiday durations differ by state and school type, with parents advised to confirm local schedules.
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indiatvnews broke this story on 6 Oct, 02:04 pm. Other outlets followed.
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