Delhi Govt Chhath Puja Holiday 2026: Nov 16
DELHI GOVT DECLARES CHHATH PUJA HOLIDAY
Directorate of Education Circular Dated 13.11.2026
Issuing AuthorityDirectorate of Education, GNCTD
Holiday Date16 November 2026 (Monday)
OccasionPratihar Shashthi / Chhath Puja
Circular No.F. No. 30-3(17)/05/Circular/Coord/2025/201-205
Important Notice: In accordance with the GAD Notification No. F. No. 53/876/GAD/CN/2026/6376-6418 dated 09.11.2026, a holiday has been declared on 16th November 2026 (Monday) for all Government Schools, Government-Aided Schools, Unaided Recognized Private Schools, and all offices under the Directorate of Education, GNCTD.
Holiday Date
16 Nov 2026
Monday
Occasion
Chhath Puja
Pratihar Shashthi
Covered Entities
All Schools
Govt, Aided & Private
Notification Date
13 Nov 2026
DoE Circular
Key Highlights of the Circular
- GAD Notification: The Department has enclosed GAD Notification No. F. No. 53/876/GAD/CN/2026/6376-6418 dated 09.11.2026 regarding the holiday.
- Applicability: The holiday is applicable to all Government Schools, Government-Aided Schools, Unaided Recognized Private Schools, and all offices under the Directorate of Education.
- Reason: The holiday is declared on account of Pratihar Shashthi or Surya Shashthi (Chhath Puja).
- Approval: The circular is issued with the approval of the Director (Education), GNCTD.
Instructions for Schools and Offices
- Mandatory Closure: All covered institutions must remain closed on 16.11.2026 (Monday).
- Compliance: The Heads of Schools (HOSs) and office in-charges are directed to ensure compliance with the circular.
- Information: The circular is being uploaded on the official website of the Directorate of Education for wide circulation.
Frequently Asked Questions
On which date is the Chhath Puja holiday declared?
The holiday is declared on 16th November 2026 (Monday).
Does this holiday apply to private schools in Delhi?
Yes. The circular applies to all Government Schools, Government-Aided Schools, and Unaided Recognized Private Schools under the Directorate of Education.
Who issued this holiday notification?
The circular was issued by the Directorate of Education, GNCTD, based on the GAD Notification dated 09.11.2026.
What is the occasion for this holiday?
The holiday is declared on account of Pratihar Shashthi or Surya Shashthi (Chhath Puja).
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