Many students in India are enjoying school holidays this week as different states have announced closures due to heavy rain, cold weather and winter breaks — and this is trending because families are planning holidays, travel and fun activities during this busy December month. The Economic Times
For example, Kerala and Tamil Nadu have declared school closures from December 11 to 14, 2025 in rain-affected districts to keep children safe from very wet weather. Parents and school officials say this helps make sure kids don’t have to travel on muddy roads or slippery paths during the rains. www.ndtv.com
In the northern region of Jammu & Kashmir, schools have been closed from December 8 to 14, 2025 because of very cold temperatures, dense fog and snowfall that make it hard — and unsafe — for children to walk or travel to school. The winter break there is especially long in some areas, with younger classes off for much of December and even into early 2026. The Economic Times
Across other parts of the country, students are also preparing for year-end holidays and Christmas breaks later in the month. Many schools plan to close from late December for winter vacations and festive celebrations, giving students a chance to rest, celebrate holidays with family and enjoy school-free days before the new year begins. Punekar News
Why this matters for kids and families:
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Safety first: Bad weather — like heavy rain or snow — can make roads slippery and school travel dangerous, so holidays help protect children’s safety. The Economic Times
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Holiday fun: Winter breaks and festive holidays give students time to rest, celebrate and spend time with family, especially around Christmas and the New Year. Punekar News
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Learning balance: Longer breaks also give students time to catch up on reading, hobbies and outdoor play — all part of growing up healthy and happy.
In some regions — like Jammu & Kashmir — the winter closures are also due to frost, snow and icy conditions that make classrooms too cold for learning and walking to school unsafe for younger children. The Economic Times
In short: Many schools in India are closed this week for weather-related reasons and upcoming winter holidays, giving students a break from classes and time for safe, festive fun. The Economic Times
Learning takeaway: School holidays can come from many reasons — weather, safety, culture and celebrations — and knowing why helps students and families plan better and stay safe! 📆🎉
