As the third month of the year comes to an end, children are eagerly flipping through their calendars, searching for the list of holidays. Whether young or old, everyone eagerly anticipates holidays. Some find relief from school, while others get a break from college. This year, due to major festivals like Shivratri and Holi falling in March, schools and colleges will be closed for an extended period.
Year Begins with Excitement
The start of the year is always filled with enthusiasm. Amidst the excitement of the new year, schoolchildren dive into their studies, and by February, exams usually kick in. With the exam calendar for March 2024 released, students across the country become engrossed in their studies. As March approaches, excitement builds not only for the upcoming exams but also for the holidays that follow.
March 2024 Calendar
March is a month with several significant festivals for Hindus and Christians. The school closure dates are listed below:
- Mahashivratri: March 8, 2024 (Friday)
- Holika Dahan: March 24, 2024 (Sunday)
- Holi: March 25, 2024 (Monday)
- Good Friday: March 29, 2024 (Friday)
March Festivities
March will witness two Saturdays and two Sundays, providing a pleasant long weekend for many schools across the country. While some educational institutions observe a holiday on either the third Saturday or the last Saturday, it’s advisable to check individual school calendars and rules to plan holidays accordingly.
Most schools are closed on Mahashivratri, and offices often grant leave on this occasion. Holika Dahan and Holi, falling towards the end of March, bring extended weekends for schools, colleges, and many offices. Good Friday, a Christian holiday, results in additional holidays for students.
Plan Your Break
With the majority of annual exams concluding in the first or second week of March, students can expect a well-deserved break. The Ministry of Education has made it clear that the new academic session will commence in April 2024. This implies that after finishing exams in March, students can look forward to a lengthy break before the start of the new academic year in April.
As the exam stress subsides, students can anticipate a relaxing break during March and enjoy the festivals with family and friends. It’s recommended to confirm the exact holiday dates with school calendars to plan a well-deserved and enjoyable break.
The month of March brings not only the culmination of exams but also an extended period of holidays due to various festivals. With students eagerly awaiting the break, it’s a great time for families to plan quality time together and rejuvenate before the start of the new academic session in April.