School Holidays: Big news for school student’s. April 2025 is packed with holidays for both students and parents. The new academic year kicks off this month, but schools will only be closed for six days, not counting weekends. The closures are due to various religious and cultural celebrations. Key festivals like Ram Navami, Mahavir Jayanti, and Good Friday will take place in April, leading to school holidays. It’s worth mentioning that each state’s educational board sets its own holiday schedule, so parents should check their local school or state holiday list for specifics.
Here’s a rundown of the main school holidays in April 2025:
April 6 (Sunday) – Ram Navami
Ram Navami marks the birthday of Lord Shri Ram, who was born in Ayodhya on the ninth day of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Chaitra. Celebrations include fasting, temple worship, singing devotional songs, and reciting the Ramayana. Many regions also hold processions. This day is a significant holiday for schools.
April 10 (Thursday) – Mahavir Jayanti
This day honors the birth of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism, and is celebrated with great respect across the nation. It’s the most important festival for the Jain community, featuring acts of charity, fasting, and processions. Lord Mahavira’s teachings emphasize values like non-violence, truth, and self-restraint. Most schools are closed in observance of this festival.
April 11 (Friday) – Mahatma Jyotiba Phule’s Birth Anniversary
This day commemorates the birth of social reformer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, primarily celebrated in Maharashtra. He dedicated his life to promoting women’s education and advocating for the rights of the Dalit community. Many schools and government offices are closed in recognition of his contributions.
13 April (Sunday) – Baisakhi
Baisakhi is a significant harvest festival, particularly celebrated in Punjab and Northern India. It holds special importance for the Sikh community as it marks the day in 1699 when Guru Gobind Singh established the Khalsa Panth. The day is filled with fairs, cultural displays, and religious ceremonies.
14 April (Monday) – Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Jayanti
The birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar is observed nationwide as a representation of social justice and equality. Schools, colleges, and government offices are closed in honor of this day.
April 18 (Friday) – Good Friday
Good Friday is a crucial day for Christians, commemorating the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. It is a time for mourning and reflection, with special prayers and fasting taking place in churches. In many Indian states, it is recognized as a public holiday, and schools are closed.
29 April (Tuesday) – Parashurama Jayanti
On the birth anniversary of Parashurama, the sixth avatar of Lord Vishnu, various worship and religious activities are conducted across the country. Schools may also observe a holiday on this day.
The holidays mentioned above are generally recognized throughout the country, but some festivals and holidays may be specific to certain states. For instance, regional holidays like Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, and Bihu are determined by state governments. It’s advisable for students and parents to refer to the academic calendar provided by their school.