July school holidays 2025: Is 7 July a holiday for students? See the full list of July breaks and observances
July school holidays 2025: As schools across India reopen after the long summer break, students step into the new academic session in July 2025 with excitement, fresh books, new classrooms, and a sense of renewed enthusiasm. Along with the resumption of the school routine, July also brings a series of upcoming holidays and celebrations. It’s a month filled with opportunities—not just to study, but also to enjoy breaks, explore new interests, learn new skills, and spend quality time with family and friends.Students and parents are seeking clarity on whether July 7, 2025, will be declared a holiday due to its coincidence with Muharram, a significant Islamic festival celebrated across various regions of the country.The month’s calendar also features regular Sunday breaks, local holidays, and various national and international observances that could affect school schedules.Muharram and monsoon-related holidays could impact school schedulesAccording to the school calendar for July 2025, Muharram is expected to fall on Monday, July 7, 2025. On this day, many schools across different Indian states are likely to remain closed. However, the final declaration of holiday may vary from state to state depending on local government guidelines.In addition to Muharram, some regions may also observe monsoon or rain-related holidays between July 10 and 15, particularly in areas that are prone to heavy rainfall. These local closures are typically declared by district administrations to ensure student safety during adverse weather conditions. Students will also benefit from four regular Sunday holidays this month. Special days and observances in July 2025Apart from school holidays, several important national and international observances fall within this month. These include:• July 1 – National Doctor’s Day• July 6 – World Zoonoses Day• July 10 – Bakrid / Eid-ul-Azha• July 11 – World Population Day• July 15 – World Youth Skills Day• July 18 – Nelson Mandela International Day• July 22 – Chandrayaan-2 Launch Day (commemoration)• July 26 – Kargil Vijay Diwas• July 28 – World Hepatitis Day• July 29 – International Tiger DayHolidays offer both fun and learning opportunitiesWhile holidays are a welcome break from academics, they also provide a chance for students to pursue new skills. This year, children are showing interest in short-term courses like storytelling, painting, robotics, and coding. The monsoon, fresh beginnings, and the joy of learning make July a truly memorable month for school children.TOI Education is on WhatsApp now. Follow us here
