Last Updated:September 22, 2026, 08:50 IST

Schools in several states will remain closed on September 22 and 23, 2026, as students and teachers observe local festivals and important historical occasions.

Schools in Haryana will remain closed on September 23, 2026, on the occasion of War Heroes’ Martyrdom Day. (Representative Image)

With September nearing its end, the festive season is beginning to bring a series of regional holidays across India. Schools in several states will remain closed on September 22 and 23, 2026, as students and teachers observe local festivals and important historical occasions.

The holidays are not applicable nationwide and will vary depending on the state. Schools in Jharkhand and West Bengal will observe a holiday for Karma Puja, while Haryana schools will remain closed on September 23 for Martyrs’ Day.

Schools across Jharkhand will remain closed on September 22 and 23 for Karma Puja, a festival that holds cultural significance in the state and is associated with nature and community traditions.

The two-day closure is listed in the Jharkhand government’s school holiday calendar for 2026. Students in the state will resume classes after the scheduled holiday period.

West Bengal has declared September 22 as a holiday for government-aided schools and colleges on the occasion of Karma Puja. The state government has included the festival among its recognised holidays, with the closure applying to government and government-aided educational institutions. Private schools may follow their individual academic calendars, so students and parents should check with their respective schools.

Schools in Haryana will remain closed on September 23, 2026, on the occasion of War Heroes’ Martyrdom Day. The day is observed to commemorate the sacrifices of soldiers and martyrs associated with Haryana’s history. Educational institutions across the state will observe the holiday.

Are schools closed across India on September 22 and 23?

No. The holidays on September 22 and 23 are state-specific and are linked to regional festivals and commemorative occasions. Schools in other states may continue to function normally.

Students and parents should check their school’s official holiday calendar or announcements before assuming that classes are cancelled.

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Are schools closed across India on September 22 and 23, 2026?

No, the school closures on September 22 and 23 are not nationwide; they are state-specific holidays linked to regional festivals and commemorative occasions.

Which states have declared school holidays for Karma Puja in September 2026?

Schools in Jharkhand will remain closed on September 22 and 23 for Karma Puja, while West Bengal has declared a holiday for government-aided schools and colleges on September 22.

Why are schools in Haryana scheduled to remain closed on September 23, 2026?

Schools across Haryana will remain closed on September 23 to observe War Heroes’ Martyrdom Day, commemorating the sacrifices of soldiers and martyrs in the state’s history.

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