Assembly elections will be held tomorrow in several states across India. In view of the polls, educational institutions are likely to remain shut tomorrow, i.e. April 9, 2026. The closure applies fully in some regions, while others may see only limited or localised disruptions.
Kerala and Puducherry declare full holiday
In Kerala, where polling for all 140 Assembly seats will be conducted in a single phase, schools and colleges—government, aided, and private—will remain closed. Many educational institutions are being used as polling centres, prompting a complete shutdown.
The Union Territory of Puducherry, which votes for its 30-member Assembly, will also observe a full holiday. The shutdown extends beyond schools and colleges to include offices, businesses, and other establishments, effectively making it a public holiday in key areas.
Other states to see selective closures
In states where elections or by-elections are underway, the impact on schools is expected to vary.
Assam, which is voting across all 126 constituencies, is likely to see district-specific closures. Local administrations may order schools to shut where buildings are designated as polling stations, rather than enforcing a blanket statewide holiday.
Karnataka, where by-elections are being held in select constituencies, has left the decision on school closures to local authorities. While a holiday for voters is mandated, educational institutions may or may not remain closed depending on the area.
Similarly, in northeastern states like Nagaland and Tripura, closures are typically limited to institutions serving as polling venues. Official notifications are usually issued closer to polling day, leaving room for last-minute announcements.
Bottom line
While Kerala and Puducherry will see a complete shutdown of schools and colleges on April 9, other states are expected to implement partial or location-specific closures depending on polling arrangements. Checking local advisories or school notifications is recommended for the latest updates.
Kerala and Puducherry declare full holiday
In Kerala, where polling for all 140 Assembly seats will be conducted in a single phase, schools and colleges—government, aided, and private—will remain closed. Many educational institutions are being used as polling centres, prompting a complete shutdown.
The Union Territory of Puducherry, which votes for its 30-member Assembly, will also observe a full holiday. The shutdown extends beyond schools and colleges to include offices, businesses, and other establishments, effectively making it a public holiday in key areas.
Other states to see selective closures
In states where elections or by-elections are underway, the impact on schools is expected to vary.
Assam, which is voting across all 126 constituencies, is likely to see district-specific closures. Local administrations may order schools to shut where buildings are designated as polling stations, rather than enforcing a blanket statewide holiday.
Karnataka, where by-elections are being held in select constituencies, has left the decision on school closures to local authorities. While a holiday for voters is mandated, educational institutions may or may not remain closed depending on the area.
Similarly, in northeastern states like Nagaland and Tripura, closures are typically limited to institutions serving as polling venues. Official notifications are usually issued closer to polling day, leaving room for last-minute announcements.
Bottom line
While Kerala and Puducherry will see a complete shutdown of schools and colleges on April 9, other states are expected to implement partial or location-specific closures depending on polling arrangements. Checking local advisories or school notifications is recommended for the latest updates.
