School Holiday, November 11: Are Schools Open or Closed Tomorrow? Schools to Remain Closed in THESE States due to Election, Severe AQI, and Rains

School holiday tomorrow, November 11: Most schools across India reopened last week after festival holidays and rain-related closures. Regular classes have resumed in states where schools were previously shut due to rain. However, in some states and districts, schools will remain closed tomorrow due to assembly and by-elections. Apart from that, Delhi-NCR are planning to close the schools due to severe AQI. Read on for the state-wise update on school holidays.

Will Schools in Delhi, Ghaziabad, Noida, and other parts of UP close schools?

There are reports that if the AQI in Delhi-NCR remains in the severe category, schools may be closed to reduce students’ exposure to the polluted air. In some areas, the air quality has already reached the ‘severe’ level, causing serious breathing problems. Breathing air in places with a ‘very poor’ AQI is equivalent to smoking 6 to 10 cigarettes a day, while in areas with a ‘severe’ AQI, it is like smoking 16 to 20 cigarettes daily.

Most schools in Delhi, Noida, and Ghaziabad have suspended outdoor activities due to these health risks. Reports also indicate that school assemblies have been cancelled to limit students’ exposure to toxic air, and air purifiers have been installed across school premises. Parents and students are advised to keep track of school’s official website and WhatsApp group.

Will Schools Be Closed in Poll-Bound Bihar?

School holiday tomorrow, November 11: Bihar will go to the polls on November 11, with voting scheduled for 122 assembly seats across 20 districts. The districts voting in this phase include East Champaran, West Champaran, Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Madhubani, Supaul, Araria, Kishanganj, Purnia, Katihar, Bhagalpur, Banka, Jamui, Nawada, Gaya, Aurangabad, Jehanabad, Arwal, Kaimur, and Rohtas. To ensure smooth voting, the Bihar government has directed that all government and private schools in the districts holding elections on November 11 will remain closed for the day.

What about Telangana? Will schools be closed Tomorrow?

School holiday tomorrow, November 11: The Telangana government has declared a public holiday on November 11, 2025, in view of the by-election for the Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency. According to the official order, all schools, colleges, and government offices within the Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency limits will remain closed on the polling day.

Are Schools closed in Jammu and Kashmir on November 11?

The Jammu and Kashmir government has announced that November 11, 2025 (Tuesday) will be observed as a holiday in connection with the bye-elections to Assembly Constituencies 27-Budgam and 77-Nagrota. The schools in the district will also remain closed on Tuesday.

Are Schools open Tomorrow in Anupshahr, Bulandshahr district?

School holiday Tomorrow, November 11: Yes, the schools in Anupshahr have already resumed classes from Friday and will continue classes today. The Bulandshahr Education Officer had declared schools closed from November 3 to 6. Closure in Anupshahr was due to the hosting of the grand, traditional Lakkhi Kartik Purnima Ganga Snan Mela.

Will Schools Stay Closed on November 10 in States Affected by Cyclone Montha — Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Odisha?

School holiday tomorrow, November 11: Most schools in Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Odisha, which were affected by Cyclone Montha, have reopened. Both private and government schools and colleges have started regular classes. However, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mixed weather across India next week also.

Several other states may also see light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. The IMD also forecasts a prolonged wet spell over the southern peninsula, particularly impacting Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal.

Check the Official WhatsApp Group for the latest updates

School holiday tomorrow, November 11: For the latest updates about school holidays, it is recommended that parents follow the official school/class WhatsApp group. Schools will be updating and providing real-time information, announcements, and notifications. Also, parents need to ensure that they have joined the respective WhatsApp group in advance for authentic holiday information. During rains and storms, most holidays will be announced late at night, and the schools will share the notification through the WhatsApp group. It is a convenient way to stay informed about important news, schedules, and alerts.

List of School Holidays in November 2025

• 9 November 2025 – Uttarakhand Foundation Day will be a holiday in Uttarakhand. However, this year, 9th November falls ona Sunday, which is anyway a holiday. Uttarakhand Foundation Day marks the creation of the state on November 9, 2000. Uttarakhand was carved out of Uttar Pradesh.

• 14 November 2025 – Children’s Day (Bal Diwas). Not a holiday, as Children’s Day (November 14) is not a public holiday in India. It is celebrated in schools across the country with programmes. It is the birthday of India’s first prime minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. The chance of regular classes is minimal.

• 15 November 2025 – Jharkhand Foundation Day. Schools will remain closed in Jharkhand. Jharkhand was formed on November 15, 2000. Jharkhand became India’s 28th state under the Bihar Reorganisation Act. The day is also the birthday of Birsa Munda, a tribal freedom fighter. People across Jharkhand celebrate it with pride and enthusiasm. Schools and government offices in the state stay closed.

• 24 November 2025 – Shaheedi Diwas of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Schools will be closed in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, UP, and a few other northern states. Shaheedi Diwas on November 24 honours Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the ninth Sikh Guru, who gave his life to protect religious freedom. The day is marked with prayers, kirtan singing, and remembrance ceremonies in Gurudwaras.