School children are in for a fun time with a plethora of holidays this week; schools are closed in many places today as well..
Raksha Bandhan 2026 School Holiday: August always brings the joy of festivals and holidays. From the very beginning of the month, everyone—from children to adults—keeps a close eye on the calendar. While several holidays in August 2026 have already passed, the festive holiday season is far from over. Several major festivals are scheduled for the last week of the month, leading to closures of schools, colleges, government offices, and banks across various parts of the country. This week also includes the holiday for Raksha Bandhan.
If you are planning a trip in the coming days or need to complete important banking tasks, this information will be very useful to you. Government holidays have been declared in several states for the auspicious occasions of Eid-e-Milad (Milad-un-Nabi) on August 26 and Raksha Bandhan on August 28. Find out when schools will remain closed during the remainder of August 2026 and how you can make the most of the long weekend.
Schools to remain closed for 2 days this week
The final week of August 2026 promises to bring welcome relief for students and teachers alike.
Schools and colleges in many states will remain closed on August 26 (Wednesday) for Eid-e-Milad. This day marks the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad.
Raksha Bandhan, the festival celebrating the bond of love between siblings, will be observed on August 28 (Friday). States such as Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Delhi, Bihar, and Uttarakhand have announced school holidays for Raksha Bandhan. While some areas will observe a holiday only on August 28, certain private schools are extending the break by including Saturday and Sunday, giving students a longer time off.
Check the list before visiting the bank to avoid inconvenience
If you need to deposit a cheque, get a draft made, or complete any banking-related paperwork this week, be sure to check the holiday schedule before leaving home. Banks will remain closed on August 26 due to Eid-e-Milad in several states, including Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Jharkhand, and Karnataka.
On August 28, banking operations will be suspended across most parts of North and Central India due to the festival of Raksha Bandhan.
Banks will also remain closed on August 23 (the fourth Saturday) and August 24 (Sunday). However, despite these holidays, services such as net banking, UPI, and ATMs will continue to operate without interruption.
A fantastic 5-day ‘long weekend’ for smart planners
The calendar this time holds a pleasant surprise for holiday enthusiasts. There is a holiday for Eid-e-Milad on August 26 (Wednesday) and for Raksha Bandhan on August 28 (Friday). If you take a single day off on August 27 (Thursday)—the day in between—you can enjoy a magnificent 5-day ‘long weekend’ by combining it with the Saturday and Sunday. This is the perfect opportunity to visit a hill station with family or friends or to travel to your hometown and celebrate Raksha Bandhan amidst the beautiful monsoon weather.
Check the public holidays in your state
Observance of festivals varies across different states in India. Kerala will observe Onam holidays between August 25 and August 28. Some other states have holidays based on local festivals. Before finalizing travel plans, carefully check school diaries, notice boards, or the state government's official holiday calendar. Government schools in Jharkhand will remain open on August 28 and August 30 for a special campaign. During this time, ‘Khelega Bharat, Jeetega Bharat’ (India Plays, India Wins) programs will be conducted. Teachers will be granted compensatory leave.
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