Winter Break: 12-Day School Holiday Declared!
As winter approaches, several states in India are announcing winter breaks and changes to school timings to protect students from the cold. Here’s a breakdown of the latest announcements:
School Timings Changed in Chhattisgarh Districts
Due to the cold wave, the Bilaspur and Kabirdham districts in Chhattisgarh have adjusted school timings. These changes will be in effect until January 2026.
Bilaspur School Timings
The new timings for all government, non-government, aided, CBSE, and other schools in Bilaspur are as follows:
Schools Running in Two Shifts:
- First Shift (Monday to Friday): 8:00 AM to 11:45 AM
- First Shift (Saturday): 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Second Shift (Monday to Friday): 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Second Shift (Saturday): 8:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Schools Running in a Single Shift:
- Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM to 11:45 AM
Kabirdham School Timings
The revised timings for schools in the Kabirdham district are:
Schools Running in Two Shifts:
- Junior Schools: 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Senior Schools: 12:15 PM to 4:30 PM
Schools Running in a Single Shift:
- Monday to Friday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM
These changes apply to all government, private, aided, and madrasa schools in Kabirdham. The new timings will be in place until January 31, 2026.
Winter Vacations Announced in Jammu & Kashmir and Rajasthan
Several states have announced winter vacations for schools.
Jammu & Kashmir Winter Vacation
The Jammu & Kashmir administration has declared winter vacations for schools in the Kashmir Valley and winter zones of the Jammu region:
- Pre-primary Classes: From November 26
- Classes 1 to 8: From December 1
- Senior Classes: Academic activities end on December 11
Schools will reopen between February 22 and March 1 next year.
Rajasthan Winter Vacation
In Rajasthan, the winter vacation will be from December 25, 2025, to January 5, 2026. This applies to all government and private schools, as per the Shivira Calendar 2025–26.
Delhi Winter Vacation
In Delhi, the winter vacation will be from January 1 to January 15, 2026.
Expected Winter Vacation Announcements in Other States
States like Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh are also expected to announce winter vacations soon. Schools in these states typically close in late December or early January.