EducationTimes of India
August 2026 holiday list for schools released
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August 2026 includes three major holidays: Independence Day (Aug 15), Milad-un-Nabi (Aug 26), and Raksha Bandhan (Aug 28).
August 15 is India's 80th Independence Day, commemorating freedom from British rule in 1947 with flag-hoisting and cultural events.
Milad-un-Nabi on August 26 marks Prophet Mohammad's birthday, observed with prayers and celebrations.
Holiday schedules may vary by state and institution; students should check their school's official holiday calendar.
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