CNN Central News & Networks / ITDC India ePress / ITDC News /Agencies/ Bhopal: November 2026 is set to be special for school students in terms of festivals and holidays. Major festivals such as Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, Chhath Puja and Guru Nanak Jayanti fall during the month. Schools will remain closed in different states according to the holiday calendars of their education departments. However, the duration of holidays will not be the same in all states.
Major holiday dates in November 2026
– November 8, Sunday: Diwali
– November 9, Monday: Govardhan Puja
– November 11, Wednesday: Bhai Dooj and Chitragupt Jayanti
– November 15, Sunday: Chhath Puja
– November 16, Monday: Chhath Puja holiday in some states
– November 24, Tuesday: Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima
Some of these festivals fall on Sundays, so whether they will lead to an additional separate holiday will depend on the calendar of the concerned state and school.
Holiday in Bihar from November 7 to 17
According to the Bihar Education Department’s 2026 holiday calendar, holidays have been scheduled in government and government-aided schools from November 7 to 17 on account of festivals. This period includes Diwali, Chitragupt Puja, Bhai Dooj and Chhath Puja. In addition, schools will also remain closed on November 24 for Guru Nanak Jayanti and Kartik Purnima.
Diwali break in Madhya Pradesh from November 6 to 10
According to Madhya Pradesh’s academic session 2026-27 holiday calendar, Diwali holidays in schools are scheduled from November 6 to 10. Some private schools may also have their own separate holiday schedule. Parents should check the information issued by their respective schools.
Long break in Maharashtra and other states too
Information has emerged that Diwali holidays for schools in Maharashtra have been scheduled from November 2 to 14. Rajasthan is said to have a likely holiday schedule from November 4 to 15, while Himachal Pradesh is expected to have holidays from November 6 to 10. In Jharkhand too, there will be holidays on different dates for Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj and Chhath.
Check the school’s official notice
Holiday dates may vary according to state, district and school. Holidays on some festivals may also be optional or restricted. Therefore, before making travel or other plans, students and parents should make sure to check their school’s official holiday calendar.
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