As the Diwali festivities conclude in October, November 2025 sees limited school holidays in India. Most schools will operate as usual, except for some regional and religious observances. Here is a look at the key public school holidays in major Indian states such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Gujarat, and Delhi.
Kannada Rajyotsava – November 1 (Saturday)
In Karnataka, Kannada Rajyotsava, also known as Karnataka Formation Day, commemorates the unification of Kannada-speaking regions. Schools, colleges, and government offices in Karnataka will be closed on this date. Other states will have regular working days.
Guru Nanak Jayanti – November 5 (Wednesday)
Observed across several states including Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, West Bengal, Delhi,

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