October 2026 will bring a series of festivals and commemorative occasions in Punjab, with several holidays falling throughout the month. From the birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and Maharishi Valmiki to Dussehra and Maharaj Agrasen Jayanti, the month includes multiple occasions that may affect school schedules and the functioning of various institutions.
According to the holiday list, October 2 (Friday) will mark the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi Ji, followed by Maharaj Agrasen Jayanti on October 11 (Sunday). Dussehra will be observed on October 20 (Tuesday), while the birthday of Maharishi Valmiki Ji falls on October 26 (Monday).
Reserved holidays in October
Apart from these holidays, October also includes three reserved holidays. The birthday of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji falls on October 16 (Friday), followed by the birthday of Sri Guru Ram Das Ji on October 27 (Tuesday). Karva Chauth will be observed on October 29 (Thursday).
These occasions may affect the schedules of schools, colleges and other institutions, depending on their respective holiday policies.
Check school calendars for confirmed holidays
Parents and students are advised to check their respective school calendars, official notices and messages from school authorities to confirm which dates will be observed as holidays. Reserved holidays may not necessarily mean a closure for every institution. Private schools, colleges and other private entities may decide their own closure schedules in accordance with their policies and applicable guidelines. Students and parents should therefore verify the dates directly with their institutions before making any plans.