Eid-ul-Fitr 2026: Will schools in India be closed on March 20 or 21? Here's what we know

As Ramadan nears its end, Indian schools are anticipating a holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr, likely on March 20 or 21, 2026. The exact date hinges on the crescent moon sighting, a tradition that dictates the festival's timing. Educational institutions are preparing for this uncertainty, with many tentatively marking March 21 for the break.https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/education/news/eid-ul-fitr-2026-will-schools-in-india-be-closed-on-march-20-or-21-heres-what-we-know/articleshow/129670115.cms