No nationwide school holiday on October 9, but Telangana schools stay open for exams

What happened

October 9, 2026 is a regular school day unless a state or school announces otherwise. In Telangana it is the last working day before the Dasara break, which runs from October 10 to October 22, with schools reopening on October 23.

Why it may matter

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• Affects students in the UK.