Telangana Dasara Holidays: Schools and Colleges Shut from Today – Check Reopening Dates

From today, October 10, all schools in Telangana close for Dasara till October 22, with classes resuming on October 23. Junior colleges break from October 10 to 21 and reopen on October 22. Summative Assessment‑I (SA‑I) exams were scheduled October 1–9, reducing academic pressure during travel.

Festival travel will be intense. Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) is operating 7,000 special buses across key corridors. Women can continue free travel under the Mahalaxmi scheme on eligible regular and special services. Pre‑book seats where possible to avoid last‑minute rush.

Telangana schools holiday dates and reopening details

The School Education Department has declared a uniform break for all managements. Families should plan returns by the evening of October 22 to ensure timely attendance on reopening. Note that the day after Vijayadashami, October 21, is a listed state holiday on the government calendar.

Junior colleges Dasara holidays: key reminders

Intermediate colleges resume a day earlier than schools, so boarders should plan staggered travel. Half‑yearly examinations concluded October 3–9, followed by the vacation window. Check if any lab backlogs or internal assessments remain, and confirm exact reporting times with your principal.

TGSRTC Dasara special buses: booking and helplines

TGSRTC’s 7,000 specials will connect major Hyderabad bus stations with district headquarters and towns. Use online reservations for popular routes. For assistance, call the TGSRTC call centre at 040‑69440000 or 040‑23450032. Expect higher demand near Bathukamma events and plan buffers.

District helplines, hostels and mess schedules

For reopening‑day timings, bus pickups, hostel check‑in, or mess service, contact your institution and district education offices. District portals publish verified helplines for District Educational Officers and Intermediate officers; examples include Suryapet and Mahabubnagar pages. Save these numbers before travelling.

Special‑class policy during holidays: what to do

Media briefings indicate the Education Department has asked institutions to avoid special classes during the break. If a school or junior college schedules sessions, parents should insist on an official written notice before sending students. Report disputes to your DEO with evidence.