New Delhi: If you are a student or parent in India, stop scrolling and check this list before setting your alarm. While a mid-week holiday has been declared for specific districts in the South, the winter break confusion in North India ends tomorrow.
The Verdict: Schools in Thiruvarur district (Tamil Nadu) are officially CLOSED on January 28, 2026 (Wednesday). Meanwhile, schools in Punjab and UP are set to REOPEN.
The Official Closure: Thiruvarur (Tamil Nadu)
The District Administration of Thiruvarur has issued a mandatory holiday order for all schools and colleges for tomorrow, January 28.
- Reason: The grand Kumbabishekam ceremony at the Sri Rajagopalaswamy Temple.
- Impact: All educational institutions in Mannargudi, Needamangalam, and Kottur taluks will remain shut.
- Action: Students in these specific taluks should not report to school.
Important: Compensatory Working Day Announced
To offset the academic hours lost due to this local holiday, the District Education Department has designated a replacement working day.
- Compensatory Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026.
- Timetable: Schools and colleges in the affected taluks will follow the Wednesday schedule on this date.
- Note: Attendance is mandatory for staff and students.
North India Alert: Punjab & UP Reopen
Do not get confused by old notifications circulating on WhatsApp. The “Cold Wave” holidays in several northern states have shifted.
Punjab & Chandigarh
After a “Rest Day” observed today (Jan 27) post-Republic Day, schools in Ludhiana, Amritsar, and Mohali are OPENING tomorrow, Jan 28. There is no extension of the holiday.
Uttar Pradesh (UP)
Schools in Noida, Ghaziabad, and Lucknow are scheduled to resume classes tomorrow.
- Note: Check for “Timing Changes.” Many districts (like Noida) have shifted start times to 10:00 AM due to dense fog, but the holiday itself is over.
Haryana
Schools are functioning normally. No fresh holiday has been declared for Jan 28.
Why This Matters To You
Missing a school day due to confusion counts as an absentee, while sending a child to a closed school is a safety risk.
- For North India: The “Winter Break” mode is officially over for this week.
- For Thiruvarur: The local administration strictly prohibits classes during the festival to manage traffic and crowds.
Key Highlights Box
| State/District | Status for Jan 28 | Notes |
| Thiruvarur (TN) | 🔴 CLOSED | Mannargudi, Needamangalam, Kottur taluks only. |
| Punjab | 🟢 OPEN | Reopening after Jan 27 Rest Day. |
| Uttar Pradesh | 🟢 OPEN | Check for 10 AM start timings. |
| Haryana | 🟢 OPEN | Normal schedule. |
| J&K | Mixed | Kashmir (Closed/Winter Vac); Jammu (Open). |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A: No. Schools in Punjab resume normal classes on January 28 after the Jan 27 break.
A: No, banks are working normally across India. The holiday is specific to educational institutions in Thiruvarur.
A: Yes, Noida schools are open. However, check your school app for messages regarding delayed start times (e.g., 10 AM) due to fog.
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