Is February 14 a School Holiday? Telangana, AP, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka Update
13 Feb, 2026 16:32 IST|Sakshi Post
Many parents and students are searching to know whether February 14 is a school holiday or a regular working day. Since tomorrow falls on a Second Saturday, there is some confusion regarding school closures across different states.
Here is the complete update.
Is February 14 a School Holiday?
February 14 is not a general public holiday in India. There are no national festivals, government-declared holidays, or major state-wide celebrations scheduled for this date.
However, because it is a Second Saturday, some schools may remain closed depending on their internal academic calendar.
In most states, private schools and many government schools function normally unless they specifically observe Second Saturday as a holiday.
State-Wise School Status for February 14
Telangana
In Telangana, most private schools are expected to function normally. Some government and aided schools may observe Second Saturday as a holiday, but there is no statewide holiday declared.
Andhra Pradesh
In Andhra Pradesh, schools generally follow their institutional calendar. While a few schools may close for Second Saturday, most are expected to run as usual.
Tamil Nadu
Schools in Tamil Nadu typically function on Second Saturdays unless specifically notified. No official holiday has been announced for February 14.
Karnataka
In Karnataka, some government schools may observe a holiday for Second Saturday, but the majority of private institutions are likely to remain open.
Kerala
Schools in Kerala usually follow their academic calendar strictly. There is no general holiday declared for February 14.
Delhi
In Delhi, schools are expected to function normally. Second Saturday closure depends on individual school policies.
Uttar Pradesh
In Uttar Pradesh, most schools are likely to remain open, unless they specifically observe the Second Saturday as a non-working day.
Other States
States like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, and Bihar have not announced any public or general school holiday for February 14. Most schools are expected to function normally.
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