Winter Vacation 2023: Exploring Holidays in Various States – Updates and Details

As the chill of winter envelops the northern hemisphere, the anticipation for winter holidays arises. Parents and students in multiple states across India are eager to plan their winter break activities. Let’s dive into the latest updates regarding Winter Vacation 2023 in Uttar Pradesh (UP), Delhi, Himachal Pradesh (HP), Jammu, Rajasthan, and other regions.

State	Winter Vacation Dates
Uttar Pradesh (UP)	December 31, 2023 – January 14, 2024
Himachal Pradesh (HP)	January 1, 2024 onwards
Rajasthan	December 24, 2023 – January 5, 2024
Haryana	January 1 – 15, 2024
Punjab	December 24 – 31, 2023
Jammu and Kashmir	To be announced
Bihar	To be announced
Madhya Pradesh (MP)	To be announced
Chhattisgarh	To be announced
Uttarakhand	To be announced

Delhi NCR – Winter Vacation Details

The announcement of winter holidays in Delhi, Noida, Uttar Pradesh, Ghaziabad, and Gurugram has commenced. The dates for the winter holidays in Delhi have been modified due to specific reasons. Previously scheduled from November 9 to 18, 2023, the holidays have now been rescheduled from January 1 to 6, 2024. Both government and private schools are included in this directive. This alteration was necessitated by the state government to provide extended breaks to students owing to severe pollution concerns.

Rajasthan Board of Secondary Education (RBSE) – Winter Vacation Schedule

RBSE has disclosed the commencement of winter vacations for school students in Rajasthan. The winter break will begin from December 25, 2023, onward. Families and students are advised to liaise with the school administration for further details and clarifications.

Winter Holidays in Jammu and Kashmir – 2023 Schedule

In Jammu, the Directorate of School Education (DSE) has released the phased schedule for winter vacations. Schools in Jammu will remain closed up to 8th class from December 11 to February 29, 2024. Classes 9th to 12th will observe their winter vacation from December 28, 2023, to February 29, 2024. Meanwhile, in Kashmir, schools up to 8th class will stay closed from November 28, with classes 9th to 12th having their closure from December 11, 2023.

Pending Winter Vacation Announcements

While several states and regions have announced their winter vacation schedules, others are still pending official notifications. Uttar Pradesh (UP), Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Noida, Himachal Pradesh (HP), Haryana, Punjab, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh (MP), and Chhattisgarh are among those awaiting official announcements. Stay tuned for updates on these pending schedules, as the authorities are expected to release information in due course.

Supreme Court and High Court Winter Vacations

The Supreme Court’s winter vacation is scheduled from December 16, 2023, to January 1, 2024. Concurrently, the High Court in Delhi will observe its winter break from December 26 to 30, 2023.

Conclusion

As winter settles in, the holiday plans for students and families begin to take shape across various regions. While some states have announced their winter vacation schedules, others are eagerly anticipating official notifications. Keep an eye on this space for the latest updates and announcements regarding Winter Vacation 2023 in different parts of India.