UP School Holidays 2025: Schools closed Aug 14–17 for Chehlum, Independence Day, and Janmashtami
Uttar Pradesh schools will enjoy a four-day holiday from August 14-17, 2025, due to Chehlum, Independence Day, and Janmashtami falling consecutively. The UP government's 2025 holiday calendar confirms this break for both government and private schools. Students can anticipate festive celebrations and a relaxed long weekend, with observances planned across the state.
Agencies Students in Uttar Pradesh are set to enjoy a long weekend in August 2025, as schools will be shut from August 14 to August 17 due to a cluster of major festivals and observances. With Chehlum, Independence Day, and Janmashtami falling back-to-back, the state will witness a four-day holiday stretch. The break will be applicable to most government and private schools, as per the UP government's 2025 holiday calendar.Holiday Details
Date Day Occasion Type of Holiday August 14 Thursday Chehlum Religious Holiday August 15 Friday Independence Day National Holiday August 16 Saturday Janmashtami Religious Holiday August 17 Sunday Weekly Off Regular Weekly Holiday
Observed 40 days after Ashura, Chehlum is a significant day for the Muslim community, marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussain. Processions and prayers are held in cities such as Lucknow, Varanasi, and Moradabad.Marking 79 years of India's independence from British rule, this national holiday is celebrated with flag-hoisting ceremonies, cultural programs, and patriotic performances in schools. This year, the day will also serve as the start of the extended break.Celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, Janmashtami is marked by events such as dahi handi, Raas Leela, and devotional singing in temples and schools across the state.
August 8 (Friday) – Raksha Bandhan
August 14 (Thursday) – Chehlum
August 15 (Friday) – Independence Day
August 16 (Saturday) – Janmashtami
August 25 (Monday) – Ganesh Chaturthi
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