West Bengal Holiday Alert: Vishwakarma Puja Shifted to Friday – Check School Status

West Bengal’s Vishwakarma Puja holiday has been shifted to Friday, 18 September 2026. The change corrects earlier state calendars that showed Thursday, 17 September. For parents and students, tomorrow remains a regular day unless your institution notifies otherwise tonight.

According to Finance Department notification 3446-F(P2) dated 14 September 2026, the holiday now applies on Friday to government offices, local bodies, and state‑controlled educational institutions. The order states, “the Governor is pleased to declare 18th September, 2026 … as State Government Holiday.” Universities began aligning notices on Tuesday, 15 September.

School and college holiday in West Bengal: what’s closed and what’s open

Government schools and state universities will be shut on Friday, 18 September. Private schools, autonomous colleges, and central institutions may decide independently, so watch for institute circulars. Calcutta University declared the holiday; Vidyasagar University marked 17 as working and 18 closed. Jadavpur University listed closures on both 17 and 18.

University exams and reschedule watch in West Bengal

If a paper was fixed for Friday, expect a revised schedule from your department. Calcutta University has issued a holiday notice; exam shifts will appear on college portals. Vidyasagar clarified operations on 17 and closure on 18. Student chatter suggests some MAKAUT colleges await updates tonight. Check official dashboards first.

Kolkata traffic advisory for Vishwakarma Puja

Expect focused enforcement against abrasive kite strings on key flyovers and corridors. Kolkata Police plan drone surveillance and extra staff at hotspots during the Puja week. Public transport is expected to run, with short diversions possible near industrial clusters or celebrations. Leave early and avoid flyover railings while commuting.

What neighboring states are doing on Vishwakarma Puja

Tripura has similarly corrected its Higher Education holiday to Friday, 18 September. No blanket closures are announced elsewhere as of 16 September; many treat the festival as restricted or optional. Students outside West Bengal should rely on district or institutional orders before altering plans.

Action checklist for Thursday and Friday in West Bengal

Attend classes on Thursday, 17 September, unless your school announces otherwise. Recheck university and department portals tonight for Friday exam shifts. On Friday, carry admit cards and ID even if venues change. Allow extra commute time in Kolkata, follow traffic advisories, and watch for late circulars from private institutions.