School Holiday October 29: Which states have announced closures due to Cyclone Arnab? Will schools in Delhi, Punjab and other North Indian states remain closed for Karwa Chauth? Check state-wise updates

Schools in several districts of Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Jharkhand are expected to remain closed on Thursday, October 29, amid heavy rainfall linked to Cyclone Arnab. Meanwhile, Karwa Chauth will be observed on the same day, with government schools in Delhi reportedly declaring a holiday for the festival.

However, school closures are not uniform across the country. While some districts have announced holidays as a precaution against adverse weather, the status of Karwa Chauth holidays varies by state and institution. Here is what students and parents need to know about school holidays on October 29.

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Will all schools across India remain closed on October 29?

No nationwide school holiday has been announced for Thursday, October 29, 2026. The reported closures are limited to specific districts affected by cyclone-related weather, while Karwa Chauth holiday arrangements differ across states and institutions.

Students in Andhra Pradesh, Odisha and Jharkhand should check the latest district-level orders. In Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Rajasthan and Tamil Nadu, parents should confirm the holiday status with their children's schools rather than assume that classes will be suspended.

With heavy rainfall posing a concern in some areas, parents are advised to monitor official school messages and district administration updates for the latest instruction.

Karwa Chauth 2026: Will schools remain closed in Delhi and other states?

Karwa Chauth falls on Thursday, October 29, this year. Although the festival is observed in several parts of northern and western India, its inclusion in a holiday calendar does not necessarily mean that schools will be closed.

Delhi

Government schools in Delhi have reportedly declared a holiday for Karwa Chauth. Private schools may follow different academic calendars, so parents should check their school's official notice before assuming that classes will be suspended.

Uttar Pradesh

Reports indicate that female teachers in some basic education schools in Uttar Pradesh have been granted leave for Karwa Chauth. However, this does not confirm a general holiday for students across the state. Parents should check with individual schools for details.

Punjab

Karwa Chauth is listed as a restricted holiday in Punjab. This does not automatically mean that all government and private schools will remain closed on October 29. Students should consult their school's holiday calendar or the relevant education department.

Rajasthan

Karwa Chauth appears in the Rajasthan High Court's 2026 restricted holiday calendar. However, this is not confirmation of a statewide school holiday. Parents and students should follow their respective school calendars and official announcements.

Cyclone Arnab: Which districts in Andhra Pradesh have announced school closures?

Andhra Pradesh has been affected by Cyclone Arnab, which crossed the coast between Bapatla and Visakhapatnam on October 28. Authorities announced school closures in some districts as a precaution against heavy rainfall, strong winds and possible waterlogging.

According to reports, schools in Anakapalli and Alluri Sitarama Raju (ASR) districts will remain closed on October 29. Anakapalli has announced a three-day holiday from October 27 to October 29.

Earlier closure announcements also covered Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Dr BR Ambedkar Konaseema, East Godavari, Krishna, NTR, Vizianagaram, Eluru and Polavaram for October 27 and 28. However, these earlier orders do not confirm a closure on October 29 unless an extension or fresh notice has been issued.

Odisha school holiday: Check the districts affected by cyclone-related weather

Educational institutions in several cyclone-affected areas of Odisha have reportedly been ordered to close as a precaution. The reported closures for October 28 and 29 cover schools, colleges and Anganwadi centres in:

• Ganjam
• Gajapati
• Rayagada
• Malkangiri
• Koraput
• Nabarangpur

District collectors in other areas can decide on school closures based on local weather conditions. Parents should check announcements from their district administrations for the latest information.

Jharkhand school holiday on October 29: Which districts are affected?

Schools in four Jharkhand districts have been ordered to remain closed on October 28 and 29 due to rainfall associated with Cyclone Arnab.

The affected districts are:

• Ranchi
• West Singhbhum
• East Singhbhum
• Simdega

In Ranchi, the closure applies to government, government-aided and private schools, covering students from Kindergarten to Class 12. Students should monitor district administration announcements for information about reopening dates.