The Andhra Pradesh government has revised the Muharram holiday schedule for 2026 based on updated lunar calendar calculations. The change affects school students and parents across the state, with the general holiday now falling a day later than originally announced. Here’s all you need to know. (File photo)

According to the original holiday calendar, schools across Andhra Pradesh were to remain closed on June 25, 2026, for Muharram. (Image: Pexels)

Following recommendations from the Andhra Pradesh State Waqf Board, the state government has shifted the general holiday to Friday, June 26, 2026, to align with the expected observance of Ashura (10th Muharram). (File photo)

The optional holiday that was earlier listed for June 16, 2026, has now been rescheduled to June 25, 2026, according to the revised government orders. (Image: AP)

Officials said fresh moon sighting calculations indicate that the 9th Muharram is likely to fall on June 25, while Ashura, or the 10th Muharram, is expected on June 26. (Image: AP)

Since June 26 falls on a Friday, students are set to enjoy a three-day break with Saturday and Sunday following immediately after. (File photo)

Educational institutions across Andhra Pradesh are expected to implement the updated holiday schedule issued through G.O.Rt.No.1176 and G.O.Rt.No.1177 dated June 15, 2026. (File photo)

Those planning travel, classes, or other activities should keep in mind that Friday, June 26, and not June 25, will be the official Muharram school holiday in Andhra Pradesh in 2026. (File photo)