The Uttar Pradesh Directorate of Education has already published the holiday schedule for the upcoming year. Check the Uttar Pradesh school holiday list for March 2024 here.
UP School holiday list: March, the third month of the year, sweeps in not only with a change of seasons but also with a rich tapestry of academic and cultural events for Indians. One of the notable features of this month is the celebration of Mahashivratri, a festival celebrated by the Hindu community annually in honour of the deity Shiva. The total count of holidays, encompassing Sundays and the summer vacation, will sum up to 118 days. Secondary schools are set to operate for 233 days, with a 15-day duration allocated for board exams. Specifically, there will be 2 days off for Holi and 3 for Diwali.
On the commemorative days of eminent individuals, students in schools will engage in creative activities to learn about their notable contributions. The Uttar Pradesh Directorate of Education has already published the holiday schedule for the upcoming year. Check the Uttar Pradesh school holiday list for March 2024 here.
| Check important dates | Name of the event |
| 08 March 2024 | Mahashivratri |
| 24 March 2024 | Holika Dahan |
| 25 March 2024 | Holi |
| 29 March 2024 | Good Friday |
| 01 April 2024 | Easter Monday |
- Holi: Holi, also known as the Festival of Colors, is a vibrant and joyous celebration that marks the arrival of spring in India. It is a time when people come together to bid farewell to winter and welcome the season of renewal and growth. Holi has its roots in Hindu mythology, with different regions of India celebrating it in various ways. The festival signifies the victory of good over evil and the arrival of spring, a season of hope and new beginnings. Holi is not just a festival; it is a celebration of life, love, and unity. As the colors spread joy and laughter, Holi brings people closer and fosters a sense of community.
- Mahashivratri: Mahashivratri, also known as the Great Night of Shiva, is a Hindu festival celebrated annually in honor of Lord Shiva. It falls on the 13th night and 14th day of the lunar month of Phalguna. This auspicious day holds great significance for devotees of Lord Shiva, who engage in various rituals and prayers to seek his blessings.
- Holika Dahan: Holika Dahan, a prevalent Hindu ritual, ushers in the celebration of Holi. It’s a tradition where people light a bonfire, signifying the win of good over evil. Holika Dahan, also known as Choti Holi, will take place this year on March 24, 2024.
- Good Friday: Good Friday will be celebrated on March 29, 2024.
As per the calendar released by Education Director Mahendra Dev(in December 2023), the government has provided female staff the opportunity to avail two extra leaves for fasting and celebrations, except for Kawa Chauth, upon approval from the school principal. Meanwhile, schools across Uttar Pradesh will have a 41-day summer break starting from May 21 to June 30, 2024.