{"id":26863,"date":"2026-06-26T08:41:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T03:11:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/banitoday.com\/schools-closed-today-muharram-holiday-closes-schools-across-several-states-with-an-extended-weekend-likely-for-many-students-check-complete-state-wise-list-here\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T08:41:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T03:11:46","slug":"schools-closed-today-muharram-holiday-closes-schools-across-several-states-with-an-extended-weekend-likely-for-many-students-check-complete-state-wise-list-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/banitoday.com\/hi\/schools-closed-today-muharram-holiday-closes-schools-across-several-states-with-an-extended-weekend-likely-for-many-students-check-complete-state-wise-list-here\/","title":{"rendered":"Schools Closed Today: Muharram holiday closes schools across several states, with an extended weekend likely for many students; check complete state-wise list here"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Schools remain closed across several states as Muharram holiday brings extended weekend for many students today<\/span><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Schools Holiday Today: <\/span>Schools across several states are expected to remain closed today on account of Muharram, observed as a public holiday in many parts of India. As the occasion falls on a Friday this year, students in institutions that also remain shut on Saturdays may receive an extended weekend before regular classes resume.Muharram marks the first month of the Islamic calendar and is regarded as one of its most sacred periods. Religious observances, commemorative processions and prayer gatherings are being held in many cities. State governments and local administrations have either announced or are expected to follow holiday schedules covering educational institutions and several public offices.States where schools are expected to remain closed<\/span>Schools are likely to remain closed for Muharram in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Delhi, Telangana, West Bengal, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Jammu and Kashmir, Tripura and Mizoram.The holiday schedule may differ across states and, in some cases, between districts. Parents and students are advised to verify the status through official circulars issued by schools, district administrations or state education departments before making travel or academic plans.<\/p>\n

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Uttar Pradesh<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Maharashtra<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Delhi<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Telangana<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
West Bengal<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Karnataka<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tamil Nadu<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bihar<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Andhra Pradesh<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Madhya Pradesh<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chhattisgarh<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jharkhand<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state or district notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jammu and Kashmir<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official administration notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Tripura<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Mizoram<\/td>\nExpected to remain closed<\/td>\nSubject to official state notification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

Significance of Muharram<\/span>Muharram is the opening month of the Islamic calendar and holds deep religious importance for Muslims. The observance is closely linked with Ashura, which commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain in the Battle of Karbala. Mourning processions, religious gatherings and prayer meetings are organised in different parts of the country during this period.Extended weekend for some students<\/span>With Muharram falling on a Friday, students studying in schools that do not conduct Saturday classes may benefit from a three-day break. The public holiday is followed by the regular weekend, allowing classes to resume after the holiday period.Banks and public offices may also remain shut<\/span>The holiday is also expected to affect banks and government offices in several states, in line with regional holiday calendars. Routine services at public institutions may remain suspended for the day before normal operations resume on the next working day. Schools may also issue separate notices regarding postponed examinations, classwork, school events or other scheduled activities, and students should check official updates issued by their institutions.<\/div>\n


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