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The month of April brings new beginnings for every student. The beginning of a new session, new class and new study schedule starts at this time. However, amidst this busy environment, students also get some important holidays, which give them a chance to take some rest and enjoy the festivals.
You will get relaxing holidays between studies
Studies start in full swing in schools in April. Classes are held with the new syllabus and preparation for tests is also done at many places. But during this time some holidays also come, due to which children get a break. Every week there is a holiday on Sunday, apart from this many schools also remain closed on the second and fourth Saturday.
Major holidays of April 2026
The month starts from April 1, which is celebrated as Foundation Day in some states. Schools will remain closed in many parts of the country on the occasion of Good Friday on April 3. Easter on April 5 and the day after Easter on April 6 are celebrated as holidays in some states. On April 13, the festival of Baisakhi will be celebrated in many states of North India. On April 14, there will be a holiday across the country due to Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Jayanti. New Year is also celebrated on this day in South India. Holidays due to New Year and regional festivals can be seen in different states on 15 April. Apart from this, schools may also remain closed on 20th and 21st April in some states due to special festivals.
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What is the importance of these festivals?
- These festivals falling in April are related to different religions and cultures. Good Friday and Easter are the main festivals of Christianity.
- Baisakhi holds special significance for farmers and the Sikh community. Ambedkar Jayanti is a symbol of social equality and respect for the Constitution.
- New Year festivals celebrated in South and East India are considered a sign of new beginnings and prosperity.
You can get a long leave at the end of the month
The heat starts increasing towards the end of April. In such a situation, schools in many states can announce summer holidays. However, its dates may vary according to every state and school.
This list of holidays has been prepared on the basis of general information. Changes in holidays are possible in different states and schools. Therefore, students and parents are advised to check the official information of their school, so that any kind of problem can be avoided.
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