School Holiday Alert: All Govt, Private Schools In UP To Be Closed On March 6

By Gaurav Sharma
Published: Thursday, March 5, 2026, 14:55 [IST]

The Uttar Pradesh government has ordered a two-day UP School Holiday on 6 March 2026 in selected districts. The directive covers government, aided and many private schools. Authorities say the short break aims to manage safety and administration during busy post-Holi events across these regions.

This UP School Holiday plan links directly to Holi celebrations held nationwide on 4 March 2026. Many districts continue community programmes and gatherings after the main festival. Officials expect dense traffic and large crowds, so they want fewer school journeys while these extended local festivities continue.

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UP School Holiday districts and dates

Acting on the state order, several District Magistrates issued separate UP School Holiday notifications. These notices declare local holidays for schools in their areas. Officials highlight that the post-Holi period often brings heavy vehicle movement, processions and public functions, which can complicate daily school travel for younger students.

District	Closure Dates	Authority
Agra	March 6, 2026	District Magistrate (DM)
Prayagraj	March 6, 2026	District Magistrate (DM)
Jhansi	March 6, 2026	District Magistrate (DM)
Mirzapur	March 6, 2026	District Magistrate (DM)
Pilibhit	March 6, 2026	District Magistrate (DM)

The official UP School Holiday circular states that all government, assisted and private educational organisations in these notified districts will stay closed on 5 and 6 March 2026. Authorities say this compulsory break respects local customs that extend Holi rituals, while also limiting movement during a period of intense public activity and travel.

The late timing of the UP School Holiday alerts created issues for many families. Several parents reported that messages arrived after the morning rush. A parent from a nearby district said, "It was quite confusing for many because the information came after students had already left for school.

UP School Holiday rules for exams and classes

Officials clarify that the UP School Holiday applies mainly to routine classes and daily campus activities. Ongoing board examinations usually continue according to the original timetable. District Magistrates or relevant school boards may alter exam schedules only through specific, separate announcements shared with schools and students.

While the UP School Holiday pauses regular teaching for two days, authorities expect normal classes to restart on 7 March 2026. Parents have been advised to stay in close touch with school administrations. This helps them confirm any district-level changes, especially where board exams or special school events are involved.

Published On March 5, 2026