Odisha School Summer Vacation 2025: Amid soaring temperatures and extreme weather conditions, the Odisha government has officially declared early summer vacations for all schools and colleges in the state. The move comes as a precautionary measure to safeguard the health of students during the ongoing severe heatwave. The summer vacations usually start in the second week of May. Students can utilise this summer break to spend some time with their families and also work on themselves. Summer holidays are a much-anticipated time for school students and teachers. The summer break provides an opportunity for everyone to relax, recharge, and have fun.
Odisha School Summer Vacations Extended Due To Severe Heatwave
Due to severe heatwave conditions, the Odisha government has extended the summer vacations the schools, including Anganwadi centres, pre-schools, and schools up to Class XII.
Initially, the academic calendar scheduled summer break from May 6 to June 19, with schools reopening on June 20, 2025. However, in light of temperatures exceeding 44°C in many regions, the government announced an early closure starting April 23, 2025, with holidays extended until June 20, 2025.
Furthermore, for Bhubaneswar and Cuttack, schools will have an additional holiday on June 20, 2025, due to an anticipated traffic congestion related to the Prime Minister's visit for a state-level event. Schools in other parts of the state are still expected to reopen on June 20.
Parents and students are advised to check the official website of the Department of School and Mass Education, Odisha, for any updates on reopening dates, as the situation remains subject to change based on weather conditions.
Odisha Declares Early Summer Break from April 23, 2025
On Tuesday, the Odisha government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, announced that all educational institutions—including Anganwadi centres, pre-schools, and schools up to Class XII—will remain closed starting April 23, 2025, until further notice.
This immediate closure applies to both government and private institutions across the state.
Heatwave Situation in Odisha: IMD Reports Extreme Temperatures
Over the past few days, multiple regions in Odisha have recorded temperatures exceeding 44°C, significantly impacting daily life and prompting the government's decision.
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the following regions were most affected:
| Location | Temperature |
|---|---|
| Jharsuguda | 46.2°C (highest in the season) |
| Hirakud | 44.7°C |
| Sambalpur | 44.6°C |
| Boudh | 44.5°C |
| Titilagarh | 44.0°C |
The severe heatwave across the state has made it unsafe for students to continue attending classes during daytime hours.
Morning Classes and Previous Trends
Odisha has a history of implementing morning classes during extreme heat conditions. While morning sessions were considered earlier this year, the recent surge in temperatures led to the complete closure of schools.
In 2024, the summer vacation was also preponed due to similar weather concerns, reflecting the government’s consistent approach in prioritising student safety.
Official Updates and What Parents Should Know
The Odisha government has officially announced the closure of all government and private educational institutions, including anganwadi centers, pre-schools, and classes up to Class XII, starting from April 23, 2025. This urgent decision has been taken due to the extreme heatwave conditions prevailing across the state. The reopening date will be announced later based on further evaluation of weather conditions. Parents, students, and school administrators are strongly advised to stay updated through the official website of the Department of School and Mass Education, Odisha.
Key Highlights:
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Effective from: April 23, 2025
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Applies to: All government & private schools, anganwadis, pre-schools to Class XII
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Reopening Date: To be announced as per weather updates
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Official Updates: Check regularly at Department of School and Mass Education, Odisha
This proactive move by the Odisha government aims to safeguard students' health amid soaring temperatures. Parents are urged to remain alert and follow official updates for further announcements regarding the reopening of schools.
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