August 2025 Calendar: Celebrations and Holidays
Key celebrations and holidays in August 2025 include World Cancer Day, Friendship Day, Independence Day, and Ganesh Chaturthi, along with school holidays in Uttarakhand on Sundays and major public holidays, resulting in 8 days of school closure.
The month of August 2025 is packed with various national and international celebrations, including World Cancer Day, Friendship Day, and Independence Day, along with several holidays for schools in Uttarakhand.
The month begins with World Cancer Day and National Climbing Day on August 1, followed by Friendship Day on August 3. On August 7, India will observe National Handloom Day, and on August 9, families will celebrate Rakshabandhan, a festival that symbolizes the bond between brothers and sisters. Other notable celebrations include Janmashtami on August 16, World Photography Day on August 19, and Ganesh Chaturthi from August 26 to September 6.
The Uttarakhand government has released the school holiday calendar for August 2025, declaring every Sunday in August as a holiday, along with three major public holidays: Raksha Bandhan on August 9, Independence Day on August 15, and Shri Krishna Janmashtami on August 16. Schools may also be closed during heavy rain alerts, increasing the number of holidays in August.
The holiday calendar notes that some schools have their own policies regarding Saturday and Sunday holidays, with varying schedules. Overall, schools in Uttarakhand will be closed for 8 days in August, leaving only 23 days of school. The month will conclude with National Sports Day on August 29, paying tribute to athletes across the country.
As the month of August 2025 unfolds, people across India will come together to celebrate various festivals, holidays, and international days, promoting unity, conservation, and empowerment. The school holiday calendar in Uttarakhand will provide students with a break from studies and homework, while also allowing them to participate in enjoyable programs and activities.