Schools closed in Delhi, UP, these states for Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti 2026; check list
Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, various states will observe a public holiday on the occasion of Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti on Monday, October 26. On the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti, the schools, educational institutes will remain closed in the national capital, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, other states.
State-wise schools closure list 2026
Delhi: Schools in Delhi will also observe a public holiday on October 26. All schools, colleges, and other educational institutions in the national capital will remain closed on this day. This order applies to all government and private schools and colleges. According to the Delhi government, several programmes, processions and tribute meetings will be organised across the capital in which Chief Minister Rekha Gupta will take part. The Delhi government will organise a special programme on Monday at the Secretariat. The event, being held under the aegis of the Department of Social Welfare, will include discussions on the life, personality and teachings of Maharishi Valmiki, the statement said.
Uttar Pradesh: Schools and colleges will remain closed in Uttar Pradesh on October 26 to mark the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki, the revered sage and author of the Ramayana.
Delhi
Holiday
Uttar Pradesh
Holiday
Haryana
Holiday
Himachal Pradesh
Holiday
Madhya Pradesh
Holiday
Manipur
Holiday (Mera Houchongba)
Punjab
Holiday
Tripura
Holiday (Laxmi Puja)