Is July 7, 2025, a Holiday for Students?

The answer to whether July 7, 2025, will be a holiday largely depends on the sighting of the moon for Muharram. While the government calendar tentatively marks Muharram (Ashura, the 10th day) on Sunday, July 6, 2025, the Islamic calendar is lunar, meaning the exact date is subject to moon sighting.

If the new moon is not sighted on the evening of July 5, 2025, then Muharram will likely shift to Monday, July 7, 2025. In this scenario, schools across many Indian states are expected to remain closed as Muharram is a gazetted holiday. States with a significant Muslim population, such as Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Telangana, and West Bengal, are particularly likely to declare a holiday on July 7 if the date shifts.

Parents and students are strongly advised to keep a close watch on official announcements from their respective state governments, district administrations, and individual school circulars for the final confirmation of the Muharram holiday date.

Full List of July Breaks and Observances for Students:

Beyond the potential Muharram holiday, July 2025 offers other breaks and important observances:

• Sunday Holidays: Students will benefit from four regular Sunday breaks in July:
  • July 6, 2025
  • July 13, 2025
  • July 20, 2025
  • July 27, 2025
• Regional and Local Holidays: Certain regions and states may observe additional local holidays. These are often declared by district administrations, sometimes due to specific festivals or even monsoon-related conditions. Examples of potential regional holidays in July include:
  • July 3 (Thursday): Kharchi Puja (Tripura)
  • July 5 (Saturday): Guru Hargobind Ji’s Birthday (Jammu and Srinagar)
  • July 7 (Monday): Rath Yatra (observed in some states)
  • July 14 (Monday): Beh Deinkhlam (Shillong)
  • July 16 (Wednesday): Harela (Dehradun)
  • July 17 (Thursday): Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh (Shillong)
  • July 19 (Saturday): Ker Puja (Agartala)
  • July 28 (Monday): Drukpa Tshe-zi (Gangtok)
  • Kanwar Yatra: While not a statewide holiday, some schools in areas like Noida, Ghaziabad, and Haridwar might experience closures due to the Kanwar Yatra, with announcements made closer to the date.
• Important Observances (Generally not school holidays but significant):
  • July 1 (Tuesday): National Doctor’s Day
  • July 6 (Sunday): World Zoonoses Day
  • July 10 (Thursday): Guru Purnima
  • July 11 (Friday): World Population Day
  • July 15 (Tuesday): World Youth Skills Day
  • July 18 (Friday): Nelson Mandela International Day
  • July 22 (Tuesday): Chandrayaan-2 Launch Day (commemoration)
  • July 26 (Saturday): Kargil Vijay Diwas
  • July 28 (Monday): World Hepatitis Day
  • July 29 (Tuesday): International Tiger Day

Planning Ahead:

While July generally sees fewer extended breaks compared to the summer vacation, the presence of Muharram and various regional observances means that school schedules can vary. Students and parents are advised to regularly check official school calendars and local news for the most accurate and up-to-date information on holidays and closures. These breaks, whether short or long, provide valuable opportunities for students to engage in extracurricular activities, pursue new hobbies, or simply spend quality time with family.