Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Council has released its 2026 holiday calendar, restoring the holiday for Basant Panchami after its cancellation in 2025 caused protests. The new calendar includes 33 holidays, with specific dates for festivals like Holi and Diwali. Summer vacation is scheduled from May 20 to June 15, and winter vacation from December 31 to January 14, 2027. School timings have also been adjusted based on the season.