Schools in several districts across Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand will close temporarily due to the annual Kanwar Yatra. Millions of devotees are expected to travel national and state highways. These closures aim to ensure public safety and manage traffic disruptions. Decisions on school closures are being made at the district level.
Uttar Pradesh School Closures
No statewide holiday has been declared for Uttar Pradesh. District Magistrates are issuing closure orders for districts located on the Kanwar Yatra routes.
District-Specific Updates (Uttar Pradesh)
Meerut District: All schools and colleges from pre-primary to university level will close from August 3 to August 12, 2026 . Pre-scheduled exams will proceed as planned. Online classes may be offered.
Muzaffarnagar District: Primary, upper primary, secondary schools, colleges, and coaching centers will be closed from August 3 to August 10, 2026 . Traffic diversions are in place due to heavy devotee presence on the Delhi-Dehradun route.
Baghpat: Government and private schools for classes 1 to 12 will be closed from August 3 to August 12, 2026 .
Bareilly, Kasganj & Neighboring Areas: Localized closures and modified timings are in effect near major river ghats and transit corridors. School heads must follow advisories from local police and district administration.
Other Districts: Ghaziabad, Shamli, Saharanpur, and Hapur may have local holiday closures or switch to online classes depending on proximity to major routes like NH-58.
Uttarakhand and Delhi-NCR Updates
Haridwar, Uttarakhand: All government and private schools, colleges, and Anganwadi centers in Haridwar will close from July 30 to August 11, 2026 . Institutions are instructed to provide online learning materials.
Delhi-NCR Region: Schools in Delhi, Noida, Gautam Buddha Nagar, and Ghaziabad are operating as usual. However, school bus routes or timings may be adjusted to account for potential traffic delays caused by the Kanwar Yatra.
Important Information
Students and parents should rely on official communication from their school administration or verified school channels. Holiday status can vary significantly by district. Always check official government releases or local news for confirmed information. Avoid unverified news regarding school closures.
