Several states in India have declared winter vacations for schools, providing students a break during the cold season. Delhi schools will observe holidays from January 1-15, 2025, while Uttar Pradesh is expected to close from December 25 to January 5, 2025. Punjab has announced a winter break from December 24-31, 2024, and other states like Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajasthan, and Bihar have also set varying vacation schedules. These holidays offer students a welcome respite during winter.
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