School Holiday, November 12: Are Schools Open or Closed Tomorrow? Schools to Remain Closed in THESE States, Classes to Go Online Due to Severe AQI and Rains
School holiday tomorrow, November 12: Another round of holidays is about to begin in a few states and that too is related to climate change. Apart from this, regular classes have resumed in states where schools were previously shut due to rain. Bihar will be opening schools in those districts after the poll holiday on November 11, Tuesday. Delhi-NCR are planning to close the schools due to severe AQI. Read on for the state-wise update on school holidays.
Grap 3- Will Schools in Delhi, Ghaziabad, Noida, and other parts of UP close schools?
Delhi-NCR schools will be switching to Hybrid Mode under GRAP-III restrictions. The classes up to 5th standard will shift to a hybrid (both online and offline) mode. Students, as well as their parents, will have the option to choose online mode.
What is GRAP?
GRAP is a multi-step plan designed to fight air pollution in the Delhi-NCR region. It includes specific measures and rules that must be followed. In winter, GRAP restrictions are applied based on air quality, which is divided into four stages:
- Stage I (Poor, AQI 201-300)
- Stage II (Very Poor, AQI 301-400)
- Stage III (Severe, AQI 401-450)
- Stage IV (Severe Plus, AQI above 450)
Outdoor Activity Suspended
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 the school’s official website and WhatsApp group.
Will Schools Be Closed in Bihar?
School holiday tomorrow, November 12: Schools in 122 assembly seats where the second phase was held were shut on November 11. However, these 20 districts will be opening tomorrow with regular classes. The districts voting in this phase included East Champaran, West Champaran, Sitamarhi, Sheohar, Madhubani, Supaul, Araria, Kishanganj, Purnia, Katihar, Bhagalpur, Banka, Jamui, Nawada, Gaya, Aurangabad, Jehanabad, Arwal, Kaimur, and Rohtas.
What about Telangana? Will schools be closed Tomorrow?
School holiday tomorrow, November 12: The Telangana government has declared a public holiday on November 11, 2025, in view of the by-election for the Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency. The schools will open tomorrow.
Are Schools closed in Jammu and Kashmir on November 12?
The schools in Jammu and Kashmir had also announced a holiday on November 11, 2025 (Tuesday) in connection with the bye-elections to Assembly Constituencies 27-Budgam and 77-Nagrota. The schools in the district remained closed on Tuesday. However, it will reopen on November 12, 2025.
Will Schools Stay Closed on November 10 in States Affected by Cyclone Montha — Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Odisha?
School holiday tomorrow, November 12: 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 12: 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, storms and emergencies, 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
- 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.
