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class="nSsMM "><div class="CfcTh icon_share_wrap"><div class="LaAfQ"><i class="ZvS34 "></i><span>Share</span></div></div><a href="/articleshowprint/113801160.cms" class="p4Wx3" rel="noopener" title="print article" data-ga="WEB-articleshowv2|click|atf_print" ga4Data="[object Object]" frmappuse="1"></a><div class="MRCIT "><span>AA</span><div class="s9FOM"><button type="button" class="lTLxG">+</button><strong>Text Size</strong><ul><li class="" data-ga="WEB-articleshowv2|click|atfSize_small">Small</li><li class="gfVb7" data-ga="WEB-articleshowv2|click|atfSize_medium">Medium</li><li class="" data-ga="WEB-articleshowv2|click|atfSize_large">Large</li></ul></div></div></div><div class="undefined V5EgZ"><a href="https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMM6y_Qowwu70Ag" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" frmappuse="1">Follow us <i></i></a></div></div></div></div></div><div class="clearfix"></div><div class="JuyWl CpKyX"><div class="vSlIC "><div class="heightCalc"><div class="art_synopsis"><div data-type="in_view" class=" "><div class="tCKCr id-r-synopsis"><div class="faiOF"><div class="WEwSo"><div class="M1rHh undefined" data-ua-type="1" onclick="stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)">October 2024 brings a series of significant school holidays, starting with Gandhi Jayanti and Mahalya Amavasya on October 2. Key festivities such as Durga Puja (October 10-13), Valmiki Jayanti, and Lakshmi Puja (October 17) will close schools across India, offering students and families the chance to celebrate. The month concludes with Diwali on October 31, one of the most important festivals in India. Each holiday brings cultural activities, rituals, and opportunities for reflection and family gatherings.</div></div></div></div></div></div><div data-articlebody="1" class="fewcent-113801160 js_tbl_article"><div class="_s30J clearfix "><div class="MwN2O"> <div class="T22zO"><section class="D3Wk1 clearfix id-r-component leadmedia undefined undefined VtlfQ" style="top:0px"><div class="D3Wk1" data-ua-type="1" onclick="stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)"><div class="zPaFh"><div class="wJnIp"><img src="https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-113802121,imgsize-109328,width-400,resizemode-4/113802121.jpg" alt="October 2024 School Holidays: From Gandhi Jayanti to Diwali, Key Dates for Students" title="Representative Image. (Getty Images)" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high"/></div></div></div><div class="cj2hz img_cptn"><span title="Representative Image. (Getty Images)">Representative Image. (Getty Images)</span><div></div></div></section></div> </div>As October 2024 approaches, students and parents are eagerly anticipating the upcoming school holidays. This month is packed with significant holidays and events that provide a much-needed break from the academic routine. Here’s a detailed look at the school holidays in October 2024, complete with descriptive subheads to help you navigate through the month.<br/><span class="strong" data-ua-type="1" onclick="stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)">Gandhi Jayanti and Mahalya Amavasya: A Day of Reflection and New Beginnings</span><br/>The month kicks off with Gandhi Jayanti on Wednesday, October 2nd, a national holiday in India commemorating the birth of Mahatma Gandhi.<div id="poll-widget"><div class="ge4Md " style="overflow:hidden;transition:height 0.3s ease;min-height:209px"><div data-type="in_view" class="loadable-inview "><div><span class="UzraQ null"><span class="aQKeu loadeblecomponentloader"></span></span></div></div></div></div>Schools across the country will be closed, allowing students and families to participate in various activities that honor Gandhi’s legacy. Many schools organize special events, including essay competitions, art exhibitions, and community service projects, to instill the values of peace and non-violence in students.<br/>On the same day, Mahalya Amavasya is observed, marking the end of the Pitru Paksha period and the beginning of the Devi Paksha. This day is significant for many Hindu families who perform rituals to honor their ancestors.<br/><div class="js_tbl_2ad"></div><div class="mgid_second_mrec_parent"><div id="taboola-mid-article-thumbnails-113801160" class="wdt-taboola" data-target_type="mix" data-mode="thumbnails-mid" data-placement="Mid Article Thumbnails 1" data-pagetype="article" style="max-height:415px;overflow:hidden" data-ua-type="2" onclick="stpPgtn(event)"></div></div><span class="strong" data-ua-type="1" onclick="stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)">Durga Puja Festivities: Maha Saptami to Vijaya Dashami</span><br/>The second week of October is marked by the grand celebrations of Durga Puja, one of the most important festivals in the Hindu calendar. The festivities begin with Maha Saptami on Thursday, October 10th, followed by Maha Ashtami on Friday, October 11th, and Maha Navami on Saturday, October 12th. The celebrations culminate with Vijaya Dashami on Sunday, October 13th, which symbolizes the victory of good over evil.<div class="mgid_country_osv_parent"><div id="ad_6e9c4-osv-mrec-113801160" class="adInv undefined" data-ua-type="2" onclick="stpPgtn(event)"></div></div><br/><div class="cdatainfo modify_cdata_list_style id-r-component " data-pos="18"><table style="border-width: initial; border-style: none;"><colgroup/><col/><col/><tbody><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#a4c2f4;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Name<br/></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#a4c2f4;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Day and Date<br/></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Gandhi Jayanti, Mahalya Amavasya<br/></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Monday, October 2, 2023<br/></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Maha Saptami<br/></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Thursday, October 10, 2024<br/></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Maha Ashtami<br/></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Friday, October 11, 2024<br/></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Maha Navami<br/></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Saturday, October 12, 2024<br/></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Vijaya Dashami<br/></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Sunday, October 13, 2024<br/></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Valmiki Jayanti, Lakshmi Puja (Bengali)<br/></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Thursday, October 17, 2024<br/></td></tr><tr><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Diwali<br/></td><td style="border-left:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-right:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-bottom:solid #000000 0.75pt;border-top:solid #000000 0.75pt;vertical-align:top;background-color:#ffffff;padding:2pt 2pt 2pt 2pt;overflow:hidden;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Thursday, October 31, 2024<br/></td></tr></tbody></table></div><br/>During these days, schools in many regions will be closed to allow students and their families to participate in the festivities. These holidays are a time for cultural immersion, with traditional dances, music, and rituals taking center stage. Many families travel to their hometowns to celebrate with loved ones, making it a joyous and vibrant period.<br/><span class="strong" data-ua-type="1" onclick="stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)">Valmiki Jayanti and Lakshmi Puja: Honoring Legends and Deities</span><br/>On Thursday, October 17th, schools will observe holidays for Valmiki Jayanti and Lakshmi Puja (Bengali). Valmiki Jayanti celebrates the birth of the sage Valmiki, the author of the epic Ramayana. Schools often organize special assemblies and storytelling sessions to educate students about Valmiki’s contributions to Indian literature and culture.<br/>Lakshmi Puja, particularly significant in Bengali households, is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. This day is marked by elaborate rituals and prayers, and schools in regions with a significant Bengali population will be closed to allow families to celebrate.<br/><span class="strong" data-ua-type="1" onclick="stpPgtnAndPrvntDefault(event)">Diwali Preparations: Anticipating the Festival of Lights</span><br/>As October draws to a close, preparations for Diwali, the Festival of Lights, begin in earnest. Diwali falls on Thursday, October 31st this year, and schools will be closed to allow families to celebrate this auspicious festival. Diwali is a time for family gatherings, lighting lamps, and enjoying festive foods. Schools often organize special assemblies and activities to educate students about the significance of Diwali, and some may have a few days off leading up to the festival to allow families to prepare.<br/></div><div class="js_tbl_readmore_btn" data-ua-type="1" onclick="stpPgtn(event)"></div></div><div class="authorComment js_tblreadmore_hide"><div class="OtxlN" id="auhtor_widget"><div class="f2VrG"><div class="Mn6kH"><div data-pos="0" class="id-r-component QbQNS undefined "><div><img alt="author" msid="" width="" title="" placeholdersrc="https://static.toiimg.com/photo/83033472.cms" imgsize="23456" resizemode="4" offsetvertical="0" placeholdermsid="" type="thumb" src="https://static.toiimg.com/photo/83033472.cms" class="" data-src="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/authorphoto/00479235206.cms" data-api-prerender="true"/></div></div></div><div class="kgcOp"><div><h5>About the Author</h5><a href="https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/toireporter/author-Sanjay-Sharma-479235206.cms" class="mMwSH" frmappuse="1">Sanjay Sharma</a></div></div></div><div id="author_desc" class="GE1a7 oJgW0 "><p>Sanjay Sharma is a seasoned journalist with over two decades of experience in the media industry. 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This day is significant for many Hindu families who perform rituals to honor their ancestors.Durga Puja Festivities: Maha Saptami to Vijaya DashamiThe second week of October is marked by the grand celebrations of Durga Puja, one of the most important festivals in the Hindu calendar. The festivities begin with Maha Saptami on Thursday, October 10th, followed by Maha Ashtami on Friday, October 11th, and Maha Navami on Saturday, October 12th. 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This month is packed with significant holidays and events that provide a much-needed break from the academic routine. Here’s a detailed look at the school holidays in October 2024, complete with descriptive subheads to help you navigate through the month.Gandhi Jayanti and Mahalya Amavasya: A Day of Reflection and New BeginningsThe month kicks off with Gandhi Jayanti on Wednesday, October 2nd, a national holiday in India commemorating the birth of Mahatma Gandhi. Schools across the country will be closed, allowing students and families to participate in various activities that honor Gandhi’s legacy. Many schools organize special events, including essay competitions, art exhibitions, and community service projects, to instill the values of peace and non-violence in students.On the same day, Mahalya Amavasya is observed, marking the end of the Pitru Paksha period and the beginning of the Devi Paksha. 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The celebrations culminate with Vijaya Dashami on Sunday, October 13th, which symbolizes the victory of good over evil.NameDay and DateGandhi Jayanti, Mahalya AmavasyaMonday, October 2, 2023Maha SaptamiThursday, October 10, 2024Maha AshtamiFriday, October 11, 2024Maha NavamiSaturday, October 12, 2024Vijaya DashamiSunday, October 13, 2024Valmiki Jayanti, Lakshmi Puja (Bengali)Thursday, October 17, 2024DiwaliThursday, October 31, 2024During these days, schools in many regions will be closed to allow students and their families to participate in the festivities. These holidays are a time for cultural immersion, with traditional dances, music, and rituals taking center stage. Many families travel to their hometowns to celebrate with loved ones, making it a joyous and vibrant period.Valmiki Jayanti and Lakshmi Puja: Honoring Legends and DeitiesOn Thursday, October 17th, schools will observe holidays for Valmiki Jayanti and Lakshmi Puja (Bengali). Valmiki Jayanti celebrates the birth of the sage Valmiki, the author of the epic Ramayana. Schools often organize special assemblies and storytelling sessions to educate students about Valmiki’s contributions to Indian literature and culture.Lakshmi Puja, particularly significant in Bengali households, is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. This day is marked by elaborate rituals and prayers, and schools in regions with a significant Bengali population will be closed to allow families to celebrate.Diwali Preparations: Anticipating the Festival of LightsAs October draws to a close, preparations for Diwali, the Festival of Lights, begin in earnest. Diwali falls on Thursday, October 31st this year, and schools will be closed to allow families to celebrate this auspicious festival. Diwali is a time for family gatherings, lighting lamps, and enjoying festive foods. 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This month is packed with significant holidays and events that provide a much-needed break from the academic routine. Here’s a detailed look at the school holidays in October 2024, complete with descriptive subheads to help you navigate through the month.Gandhi Jayanti and Mahalya Amavasya: A Day of Reflection and New BeginningsThe month kicks off with Gandhi Jayanti on Wednesday, October 2nd, a national holiday in India commemorating the birth of Mahatma Gandhi. Schools across the country will be closed, allowing students and families to participate in various activities that honor Gandhi’s legacy. Many schools organize special events, including essay competitions, art exhibitions, and community service projects, to instill the values of peace and non-violence in students.On the same day, Mahalya Amavasya is observed, marking the end of the Pitru Paksha period and the beginning of the Devi Paksha. This day is significant for many Hindu families who perform rituals to honor their ancestors.Durga Puja Festivities: Maha Saptami to Vijaya DashamiThe second week of October is marked by the grand celebrations of Durga Puja, one of the most important festivals in the Hindu calendar. The festivities begin with Maha Saptami on Thursday, October 10th, followed by Maha Ashtami on Friday, October 11th, and Maha Navami on Saturday, October 12th. The celebrations culminate with Vijaya Dashami on Sunday, October 13th, which symbolizes the victory of good over evil.NameDay and DateGandhi Jayanti, Mahalya AmavasyaMonday, October 2, 2023Maha SaptamiThursday, October 10, 2024Maha AshtamiFriday, October 11, 2024Maha NavamiSaturday, October 12, 2024Vijaya DashamiSunday, October 13, 2024Valmiki Jayanti, Lakshmi Puja (Bengali)Thursday, October 17, 2024DiwaliThursday, October 31, 2024During these days, schools in many regions will be closed to allow students and their families to participate in the festivities. These holidays are a time for cultural immersion, with traditional dances, music, and rituals taking center stage. Many families travel to their hometowns to celebrate with loved ones, making it a joyous and vibrant period.Valmiki Jayanti and Lakshmi Puja: Honoring Legends and DeitiesOn Thursday, October 17th, schools will observe holidays for Valmiki Jayanti and Lakshmi Puja (Bengali). Valmiki Jayanti celebrates the birth of the sage Valmiki, the author of the epic Ramayana. Schools often organize special assemblies and storytelling sessions to educate students about Valmiki’s contributions to Indian literature and culture.Lakshmi Puja, particularly significant in Bengali households, is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. This day is marked by elaborate rituals and prayers, and schools in regions with a significant Bengali population will be closed to allow families to celebrate.Diwali Preparations: Anticipating the Festival of LightsAs October draws to a close, preparations for Diwali, the Festival of Lights, begin in earnest. Diwali falls on Thursday, October 31st this year, and schools will be closed to allow families to celebrate this auspicious festival. Diwali is a time for family gatherings, lighting lamps, and enjoying festive foods. 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