Schools in West Bengal and Telangana will observe temporary closures due to upcoming festivals and state-declared holidays. The governments of both states have officially announced the holiday schedules, with West Bengal schools closing for two days and Telangana schools observing a three-day break until February 16, 2025.
West Bengal Schools Closed on February 13-14
The West Bengal government has declared a two-day holiday for all state-run offices, schools, and institutions on:
- February 13, 2025 – Shab-e-Barat
- February 14, 2025 – Panchanan Barma Jayanti
Initially, only February 14 was marked as a holiday for Shab-e-Barat. However, after confirming that the festival falls on February 13, the government extended the holiday period to include both days.
Telangana Schools Closed Till February 16
In Telangana, schools will observe a break from February 14 to 16, 2025, due to multiple holidays:
- February 14, 2025 – Shab-e-Barat (Optional Holiday): While not a mandatory holiday, many schools, particularly in Hyderabad and other districts, are expected to remain closed to allow communities to observe the Night of Forgiveness.
- February 15, 2025 – Sant Sewalal Maharaj Jayanti (State Holiday): A government-declared holiday to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sant Sewalal Maharaj, a revered leader of the Banjara community.
- February 16, 2025 – Weekend Closure: Since February 16 falls on a Sunday, many schools will continue their break, providing students with a three-day academic pause.
Conclusion
With these holiday schedules, students in West Bengal and Telangana will experience a short academic break. While West Bengal schools close for two days, students in Telangana enjoy a longer weekend with three days off. Schools are expected to resume regular operations from February 17, 2025.
