Embracing the Summer Vacation in Delhi Schools:
The anticipation for the long-awaited summer break reverberates through the hallways of schools as students eagerly await the reprieve from their academic endeavors. With temperatures soaring post-Holi festivities, the Department of Education has decreed a well-deserved vacation period for the schools. It's time for parents to chart out those exciting holiday excursions as the summer vacation beckons. Let's unfold the dates marking the start of summer vacation in Delhi's schools.
More than a Month of Summer Bliss Awaits
According to the school calendar of the nation's capital, this year's summer holidays will commence on May 11th and stretch all the way to June 30th, 2024. This grants students in Delhi a sizable break lasting one month and 19 days. The Directorate of Education (DoE) mandates that all schools must adhere to a 220-day academic year, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience despite the recess.
Additional Holidays Post-Summer Through December
The holiday bonanza begins with the festival of Eid-ul-Fitr on April 11th, followed by Rama Navami on April 17th, and Mahavir Jayanti on April 21st. Post the delightful summer break concluding on June 30th, more festivities await with a holiday on Muharram scheduled for July 17th. Soon after, students will relish the Independence Day break on August 15th.
Mark your calendars for the joyous occasion of Janmashtami on August 26th. Eid-e-Milad includes a day off on September 16th in the rich tapestry of holidays. Celebrate Gandhi Jayanti with a well-earned rest on October 2nd. The auspicious day of Dussehra on October 12th and Valmiki Jayanti on October 17th will also be greeted with holidays. Diwali will cast its festive glow with a break on October 31st, followed by Guru Nanak Jayanti on November 15th. Not to forget, the merry time of Christmas Day comes with its own holiday cheer.
When Do West Bengal's Summer Vacations Start?
The holiday calendar for the 2024-25 session in West Bengal schools has been officially announced, initiating the summer holidays from May 12th, concluding on June 3rd.