Delhi School Holidays in October 2025: Full List of Holidays, including Diwali, Chhath Puja, Valmiki Jayanti, and More

October 2025 promises to be one of the most festive months for students in Delhi, with schools shutting down for several holidays. With festivals lined up one after another, children will be attending classes for barely half the month. Following the long Dussehra break, holidays continue with major celebrations such as Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti, Karva Chauth, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath Puja. Many private schools also announce extended Diwali vacations, giving families time to celebrate comfortably.

Valmiki Jayanti Holiday: October 7, 2025

The Delhi government has declared October 7, 2025 (Tuesday), a public holiday on the occasion of Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti. All Delhi government offices, schools, and colleges will remain closed. Across the city, events, processions, and tribute gatherings will be organized to mark the day, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta expected to attend the celebrations.

Complete List of Delhi School Holidays in October 2025

Here’s a look at the major school holidays in Delhi during October 2025:

• October 2 (Thursday): Gandhi Jayanti & Dussehra
• October 7 (Tuesday): Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti
• October 10 (Friday): Karva Chauth
• October 20 (Monday): Diwali & Naraka Chaturdasi
• October 22 (Wednesday): Govardhan Puja (usually included in Diwali break)
• October 23 (Thursday): Bhai Dooj (usually included in Diwali break)
• October 28 (Tuesday): Chhath Puja

Karva Chauth Holiday: October 10, 2025

While not a gazetted holiday, many private and government-aided schools in Delhi observe Karva Chauth, giving students a festive break on October 10, 2025 (Friday).

Diwali Break in Delhi Schools

Diwali holidays are typically the longest in October. The exact schedule varies across schools:

• Delhi Public School (DPS) and some private institutions: Diwali break from October 18 to October 28, covering Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath Puja.
• Other Delhi-NCR schools: Shorter breaks from October 19 (Saturday) to October 23 (Thursday – Bhai Dooj).
• Although Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj are not official holidays, most schools include them in the Diwali break, offering students a continuous 4–5 day vacation.

Key Highlights

• October is packed with festival holidays, including Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra, Karva Chauth, Diwali, and Chhath Puja.
• Students will attend classes for only around half the month.
• Long Dussehra and Diwali breaks create back-to-back vacation periods.
• Private schools often extend the holidays to cover Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath Puja.
• With multiple festivals and extended breaks, October 2025 is set to be a joyful month for students and families alike.

Note for Parents and Students

While this schedule reflects the expected holidays, individual schools may adjust dates based on their academic calendar or internal policies. Parents and students should check official school notices and websites for the confirmed holiday schedule and the exact duration of Diwali vacations.

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