Schools closed tomorrow, August 28? Check state-wise Raksha Bandhan, rain holiday list

Raksha Bandhan 2026 will be observed on Friday, August 28, and schools in several states are scheduled to remain closed for the festival. However, there will be no uniform holiday across the country, as closures depend on state holiday calendars, local administrative decisions and individual school schedules.

Schools in Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Uttarakhand are expected to remain shut on August 28. The holiday applies to government and aided schools under the relevant state holiday calendars.

In Jharkhand, the Raksha Bandhan holiday, which had earlier been cancelled, has reportedly been restored after the cancellation order was withdrawn.


Schools in several southern and northeastern states, meanwhile, may remain open. These include Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Assam, Meghalaya and Nagaland, where Raksha Bandhan is generally not treated as a mandatory public-school holiday.

Raksha Bandhan 2026: State-wise school holiday status

State/Region	August 28 School Status
Uttar Pradesh	Closed
Delhi-NCR	Closed
Haryana	Closed
Rajasthan	Closed
Madhya Pradesh	Closed
Bihar	Closed
Uttarakhand	Closed
Jharkhand	Holiday restored
Tamil Nadu	May remain open
Kerala	May remain open
Karnataka	May remain open
Andhra Pradesh	May remain open
Telangana	May remain open
Assam	May remain open
Meghalaya	May remain open
Nagaland	May remain open

The status may vary between institutions, particularly private schools. Students and parents should therefore rely on the latest notification issued by their school.

Sikkim and Northeast India schools: Rain may affect holiday plans

Monsoon conditions remain active across Sikkim and parts of Northeast India, and heavy rainfall could affect school operations in some areas. Parents and students should monitor local weather alerts, road conditions and district-level announcements, as authorities may issue separate closure orders if rain disrupts travel or raises safety concerns.

Will private, CBSE and CISCE schools remain closed?

A Raksha Bandhan holiday on the state calendar does not necessarily mean every private school will shut. Private institutions, including CBSE and CISCE-affiliated schools, can operate according to their own academic calendars.

Some may declare a holiday, while others could remain open or follow a different timetable. Kendriya Vidyalayas and Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas follow their respective holiday calendars, which include Raksha Bandhan as a holiday.

Why are schools closed on August 28?

Raksha Bandhan is the primary reason for the closure in several states. The festival is among the major occasions included by state governments in their annual holiday calendars.

School holidays can also be affected by local circumstances. In some regions, heavy rain, flooding or administrative directions may result in additional closures, making state and district-level announcements particularly relevant during the monsoon season.

When is Raksha Bandhan 2026?

Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated across India on Friday, August 28, 2026. The festival falls on Shravan Purnima and is traditionally marked by sisters tying rakhis around their brothers’ wrists, followed by prayers, sweets and the exchange of gifts.

How to check whether your school is closed

Students and parents should verify the holiday through official sources rather than assuming that schools will remain shut. They can check the school’s holiday calendar, website or mobile application, as well as any circular or notification sent by the institution.

Class WhatsApp groups and SMS alerts may also carry updates. Students can additionally refer to the state education department website or district administration announcements for relevant information.

School holiday on August 28: What students should know

Schools in Uttar Pradesh, Delhi-NCR, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Uttarakhand are expected to remain closed for Raksha Bandhan, while Jharkhand has restored its holiday. Schools in several southern and northeastern states may continue to operate.

Because school-level decisions can differ, particularly among private institutions, students should check the latest official communication from their school before making plans for August 28.