Is 6 or 7 July a Public Holiday - Will Schools Remain Closed due to Muharram 2025? Check Here

As the sacred month of Muharram approaches, the confusion lies behind the sighting of the moon. Parents and students who are planning the week ahead are eagerly waiting for the latest update on whether Monday, 7th July, will be a holiday or not. Currently, the tentative date for Muharram is July 6, 2025 as per the government calendar. 

However, the date can be flexible depending on the sighting of the moon in the evening. If the date shifts to July 7th then it will impact the school and office closure in many states, since Muharram is a gazetted holiday in India. 

Many schools are awaiting the sighting of the moon for the declaration of the holiday. Therefore, parents are advised to keep a closure look on school updates and district-state notifications.

What is Muharram and Why is it Celebrated?

Muharram is considered as one of the holiest months of Islam. Ashura, the tenth day of muharram, has historical and spiritual significance, particularly for Shia Muslims. Ashura commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Mohammad, who lost his life in the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. The muslim community observes this day with prayers, mourning procession and other religious ceremonies.

School Holidays in July 2025

The Summer vacation ends in July for most of schools in India. Apart from Muharram, school will function regularly on week days.  In Uttar Pradesh and other northern states, summer vacation ended in late June, and regular classes are already underway by early July. For more information related to the holidays check the article below.

School Holidays in July 2025: School Closed Dates Listed Here, Check Now!

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