Schools across Tamil Nadu will observe a holiday break from January 15 to January 17, 2026, for the Pongal festival and associated observances. The break includes Thai Pongal on January 15, Mattu Pongal and Thiruvalluvar Day on January 16, and Kaanum Pongal and Uzhavar Thirunal on January 17. While January 14 marks the start of festivities with Bhogi, some schools may have a holiday or shortened hours on this day. Republic Day on January 26 is another upcoming holiday.