July 7, 2025, is a strong possibility for a holiday in Karnataka due to Muharram. Muharram, which marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year, is a gazetted holiday in India.
1 The exact date of Muharram is determined by the sighting of the moon.
2 While July 6 is the tentative date as per some government calendars, it could shift to July 7 if the moon is sighted a day later.3 If July 7 is declared a holiday for Muharram, schools, colleges, banks, and government offices across India, including Karnataka, are expected to remain closed.
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Rain-related closures (separate from Muharram):
There have also been reports of school and college closures in certain districts of Karnataka due to heavy rainfall and monsoon alerts.
5 For example, Shivamogga and Hosanagara taluks declared a holiday for schools on July 4, 2025, due to rain.Such closures are localized and depend on district administration announcements based on weather conditions.
What to do:
For July 7 (Muharram): Parents and students are advised to check official updates from their respective school administrations, state governments, and district education authorities for confirmation of a holiday on July 7, 2025.
6 For rain-related closures: Stay updated with local news and weather forecasts, and heed any alerts issued by district authorities.