Severe heatwave conditions have led to an early announcement of summer vacations across multiple Indian states for 2026. Schools in regions like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan will close earlier than usual to protect students from extreme heat.
Key details about the summer breaks:
- In Delhi, summer holidays will begin on May 11 and last until June 30, totaling 50 days.
- Uttar Pradesh schools will be closed from May 20 to June 15, giving students a break of 40 days.
- Bihar’s summer vacation is scheduled from June 1 to June 20, lasting for 20 days.
- Rajasthan has set its holiday dates from May 17 to June 20, totaling 34 days off.
- Haryana schools will remain closed from June 1 to June 30, providing a month-long break.
- Chhattisgarh announced vacations starting April 20 through June 15, amounting to a lengthy break of 56 days.
- Andhra Pradesh and Telangana have declared holidays from April 24 to June 11, which is a duration of 48 days.
- Odisha’s holidays began on April 27, while West Bengal’s vacations are currently ongoing with expected end dates soon.
Parents express concern over the impact of the heatwave on children’s health. Renuka, a parent, stated, “It has become difficult for parents to drop their children at Anganwadi schools and pick them up after half-day classes due to severe heatwaves.” Anganwadi teachers echoed these concerns, noting that parents are hesitant to send their children due to fears of heat-related illnesses.
This early announcement aligns with a growing trend in India where extreme weather conditions significantly influence school schedules. Observers note that such measures prioritize student safety during increasingly severe heatwaves.
