Schools in Hyderabad and Telangana will observe nine holidays in January 2025, including four Sundays, four general holidays, and three optional holidays. Learn more about the dates and details.
Schools in Hyderabad to Enjoy Nine Holidays in January 2025
January 2025 is a month filled with holidays for schools in Hyderabad and across Telangana, offering a break from the regular academic schedule. Students and teachers alike will enjoy a total of nine holidays, including four Sundays, four general holidays, and three optional holidays.
Here’s a detailed look at the upcoming holidays and their significance.
Four General Holidays in January 2025
As per the Telangana state calendar, the following four days are listed as general holidays:
- New Year’s Day (January 1): The first day of the year is widely celebrated and marks the start of new beginnings. Schools will remain closed across the state.
- Bhogi (January 13): A major festival in South India, Bhogi is the first day of the Sankranti celebrations, symbolizing renewal and the discarding of old things.
- Sankranti/Pongal (January 14): This harvest festival is one of the most important holidays in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
- Republic Day (January 26): A national holiday marking the adoption of the Indian Constitution. This year, Republic Day falls on a Sunday.
Three Optional Holidays
In addition to the general holidays and Sundays, schools have the option to remain closed on the following days:
- Birthday of Hazrat Ali (January 14): A day of significance in the Islamic calendar. However, since it coincides with Sankranti, the general holiday will be observed.
- Kanumu (January 15): The final day of the Sankranti festival, celebrating cattle and other aspects of rural life.
- Shab-e-Meraj (January 25): An important Islamic occasion commemorating Prophet Muhammad’s night journey and ascension to heaven. Most minority schools will observe this holiday.
Four Sundays
The month also includes the regular weekly holidays, falling on:
- January 5
- January 12
- January 19
- January 26 (coinciding with Republic Day)
Impact of Holidays on Schools in Hyderabad
The nine holidays provide students with opportunities to spend time with their families, participate in cultural and religious festivities, and take a short break from their studies.
While the general holidays are mandatory for all schools, optional holidays may vary depending on the school’s administration and its demographic composition. For example, most minority schools are likely to observe Shab-e-Meraj.
Upcoming School Holiday Schedule
Here’s a quick overview of the school holidays in January 2025:
| Date | Holiday | Category |
|---|---|---|
| January 1 | New Year’s Day | General Holiday |
| January 5 | Sunday | Weekly Holiday |
| January 12 | Sunday | Weekly Holiday |
| January 13 | Bhogi | General Holiday |
| January 14 | Sankranti/Birthday of Hazrat Ali | General/Optional |
| January 15 | Kanumu | Optional Holiday |
| January 19 | Sunday | Weekly Holiday |
| January 25 | Shab-e-Meraj | Optional Holiday |
| January 26 | Republic Day/Sunday | General/Weekly |
Final Thoughts
The month of January brings a perfect balance of academic activities and festive breaks for students and teachers in Hyderabad. With a mix of general and optional holidays, schools in Telangana have ample opportunities to celebrate diverse cultural and religious events while ensuring students get the much-needed time to rejuvenate.
