For the upcoming week of festivities schools are to remain closed for varying dates across the country. The states have announced vacations for the festival of lights. Several states like Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat and Delhi have announced closures of the schools for multiple days starting from next week. However these dates vary as per the states.
The five-day break coincides with important festivities such as Dhanteras, Chhoti Diwali, the main Diwali day, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj. Since holiday schedules can differ based on state rules or a school’s own calendar, it’s best for parents and students to double-check the exact dates with their respective school authorities.
Diwali Holiday 2025: Important Dates
Refer to the table given below for knowing all the important dates for the top states like Rajasthan, Delhi, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat and Bihar. The states for the various states vary. Take a look at the the following to find out respective dates.
State
Reason for Closure / Event
Holiday Period
Duration / Notes
Rajasthan
Diwali Festival Vacation
October 13 to October 24
12-day break starting after Sunday, October 12
Delhi
Diwali and Chhath Puja Celebrations
October 18 to October 28
Extended break including Diwali and Chhath Puja festivities
Maharashtra
Diwali Holidays
October 20 to October 25
6-day break covering main Diwali festivities
Uttar Pradesh
Diwali Festival
October 20, 22, and 23
5-day break including a Sunday on October 19
Gujarat
Diwali and Associated Festivities
October 18 to October 23
Break includes Dhanteras, Diwali, and Bhai Dooj celebrations
Bihar
Diwali and Chhath Puja
October 20 to October 29
Schools closed for Diwali and extended Chhath Puja celebrations
Five Day Schedule of the Gazetted Holidays
The five-day Diwali holiday covers all the main days of the festival, giving everyone a chance to fully enjoy the celebrations. The table below shows a five day schedule for the gazetted holidays following the upcoming week of Diwali 2025.
Festival Day
Day
Date
Dhanteras
Saturday
October 18
Narak Chaturdashi (Chhoti Diwali)
Sunday
October 19
Diwali (Lakshmi Puja)
Monday
October 20
Govardhan Puja
Wednesday
October 22
Bhai Dooj
Thursday
October 23
When is Diwali 2025?
Diwali 2025 falls on Monday, October 20. The festivities, however, extend over five days starting on October 18, allowing people to celebrate the entire festival period with its various rituals and traditions.
