School holiday today, November 8: Schools across India resumed on Thursday, November 6, as most of the holidays related to regional festivals and the Bihar elections are over. Since today is Saturday, the chances of schools remaining open are minimal. However, some schools do hold regular classes on Saturdays- This is for them!
As today marks the second Saturday of the month, schools will remain closed on November 8. Even those schools in Delhi NCR, Bihar, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh that normally operate on Saturdays will remain shut due to the second Saturday holiday.
Are schools closed in UP today? What about the schools that were closed due to the rains and Lakkhi Kartik Purnima Ganga Snan Mela? Are they open today? Read to check the state-wise update on school holidays.
Are Schools open today in Anupshahr, Bulandshahr district?
School holiday today, November 8: The schools in Anupshahr have already resumed classes from Friday. The Bulandshahr Education Officer had declared schools closed from November 3 to 6. Closure in Anupshahr was due to the hosting of the grand, traditional Lakkhi Kartik Purnima Ganga Snan Mela.
What about schools in Bihar?
Schools in Bihar have started functioning from Friday after the first phase of the assembly election is over. However, Saturday will be a holiday for all the schools in the state. The schools in this state will again close on the 11th of November, when the second phase will be held.
Will Schools Stay Closed on November 10 in States Affected by Cyclone Montha — Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Odisha?
School holiday today, November 8: Most schools in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Odisha, which were affected by Cyclone Montha, have reopened. Both private and government schools and colleges have started regular classes. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mixed weather across India next week also.
Both private and government schools in these states will be closed on Saturday. Rain is expected to persist in southern and northeastern states, while northern and central regions will experience a significant drop in minimum temperatures. Between November 6 and 9, several states may see light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. The IMD also forecasts a prolonged wet spell over the southern peninsula, particularly impacting Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal.
The region is likely to witness light to moderate rainfall with thunderstorms throughout the week, and isolated heavy showers are expected between November 6 and 8. However, no districts have been put on alert for the time being.
Telangana Weather
School holiday today, November 8: Saturday will be a holiday for Telangana also. Most schools in Telangana have reopened, and regular classes are underway. However, school holidays may still be in effect in some districts depending on local weather conditions. Parents and students are advised to check with their respective district education departments or school administrations for updates. IMD has also warned of lightning and gusty winds reaching 30–40 kmph over Telangana on November 6-7. While the rainfall activity is expected to ease by the end of the week gradually, the India Meteorological Department has urged residents, especially in coastal and low-lying regions, to remain alert against sudden showers, localised flooding, and lightning strikes.
Check the Official WhatsApp Group for the latest updates
School holiday Monday, November 10: For the latest updates about school holidays, it is recommended that parents follow the official school/class WhatsApp group. Schools will be updating and providing real-time information, announcements, and notifications. Also, parents need to ensure that they have joined the respective WhatsApp group in advance for authentic holiday information. During rains and storms, most holidays will be announced late at night, and the schools will share the notification through the WhatsApp group. It is a convenient way to stay informed about important news, schedules, and alerts.
List of School Holidays in November 2025
- 9 November 2025 – Uttarakhand Foundation Day will be a holiday in Uttarakhand. However this year 9th November falls on Sunday, which is anyway a holiday. Uttarakhand Foundation Day marks the creation of the state on November 9, 2000. Uttarakhand was carved out of Uttar Pradesh.
- 14 November 2025 – Children’s Day (Bal Diwas). Not a holiday as Children’s Day (November 14) is not a public holiday in India. It is celebrated in schools across the country with programmes. It is the birthday of India’s first prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. Chance of regular classes are minimal.
- 15 November 2025 – Jharkhand Foundation Day. Schools will remain closed in Jharkhand. Jharkhand was formed on November 15, 2000. Jharkhand became India’s 28th state under the Bihar Reorganization Act. The day is also the birthday of Birsa Munda, a tribal freedom fighter. People across Jharkhand celebrate it with pride and enthusiasm. Schools and government offices in the state stay closed.
- 24 November 2025 – Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Schools will be closed in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, UP, and other few northern states. Shaheedi Diwas on November 24 honors Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the ninth Sikh Guru, who gave his life to protect religious freedom. The day is marked with prayers, kirtan singing, and remembrance ceremonies in Gurudwaras.
