New Delhi, Oct. 14 -- Schools across India will remain closed for different periods in the month of October, for Diwali festivities and other reasons.

With some states having a slightly different holiday schedule, we take a look at school holidays in October.

Across India, Diwali will be celebrated with a six-day holiday, with school closures beginning on Dhanteras (October 18) and ending on Bhai Dooj (October 23).

The six-day break will cover most major festive days, including Dhanteras, Chhoti Diwali, the main Diwali day, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj.

While schools across the country will adhere to the above schedule, modifications have been made to school holiday schedules in different states.

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