📢 Muharram 2025: Is July 7 a School Holiday? Here's the Official Status
As students and parents prepare for the second half of the academic year, a pressing question has emerged: Is Monday, July 7, 2025, a school holiday due to Muharram?
The answer: Yes, July 7 is a public holiday in most Indian states due to Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar and a day of mourning in Shia Islam.
🗓️ Muharram 2025 Confirmed on July 7
The Islamic New Year (1st Muharram) begins on Sunday, July 6, and Ashura — the 10th day of Muharram — falls on Tuesday, July 15. However, the day marked as a public holiday in most regions is the 1st or 2nd of Muharram, depending on the state.
In 2025, the central government holiday calendar designates July 7 (Monday) as a gazetted holiday for Muharram.
“Our school has already issued a circular confirming July 7 as a holiday,” said Meena R, principal of a CBSE school in Chennai. “We advise parents to double-check with local authorities since state calendars may vary slightly.”
🏫 What Other School Holidays Are in July?
Here’s a look at the likely school holidays in July 2025, apart from weekends:
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July 7 (Monday): Muharram (Public Holiday in most states)
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July 13 (Sunday): Guru Purnima (Not a public holiday, but some schools may observe)
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July 15 (Tuesday): Ashura (Observed by some institutions)
Parents should consult state-specific holiday lists or their school’s academic calendar for clarity.
✅ Conclusion
To sum up, July 7, 2025, is a confirmed school holiday for most students in India due to Muharram. However, as holiday calendars can vary by state board and institution, it’s best to verify with your school or district office.