Muharram Holiday 2026 date: The Andhra Pradesh government has revised the Muharram school holiday schedule for 2026, altering the dates of optional and general holidays across the state following updated lunar calendar assessments and recommendations from the Andhra Pradesh State Waqf Board, aimed at aligning official observance with the expected religious calendar.According to government orders issued through G.O.Rt.No.1176 and G.O.Rt.No.1177 dated June 15, 2026, the revised schedule modifies earlier notifications and aligns observance with the expected occurrence of 9th Muharram and 10th Muharram, as per updated calculations circulated by authorities following inter-departmental consultation within the state government framework approval process.Revision of optional and general holidaysAs per the revised orders, the optional holiday earlier scheduled for June 16, 2026, has been shifted to June 25, 2026, while the general holiday initially planned for June 25 has been moved to June 26, 2026, reflecting a formal correction in the state holiday calendar.Lunar calendar alignment for Muharram observanceOfficials stated that updated lunar calculations indicate 9th Muharram is expected on June 25, 2026, while 10th Muharram, observed as Ashura, is likely to fall on June 26, 2026, in line with revised astronomical and religious assessments used by the state administration.G. O. notifications and legal frameworkNotifications issued under G.O.Rt.No.1176 and G.O.Rt.No.1177, dated June 15, 2026, amend earlier orders relating to general and optional holidays for 2026, and formally replace previous schedules notified under earlier government orders in the Andhra Pradesh Gazette. These modifications intended to ensure compliance with updated administrative requirements and accurate reflection of religious observance timelines across the state.Impact on educational institutionsSchools across Andhra Pradesh are expected to follow the revised holiday calendar, with adjustments reflecting the updated observance schedule for Muharram, ensuring administrative consistency across government and aided educational institutions. Authorities advised institutions to update academic schedules accordingly to avoid conflicts with examination and attendance planning requirements during the period.Significance of Muharram in calendarMuharram is observed as a significant month in the Islamic calendar, with Ashura marking the 10th day of the month, observed by communities worldwide, and recognised in several countries through public observances and commemorative practices. This clarification supports consistent implementation across districts and aligns with official notifications issued in the state gazette publication system.
