AP, Telangana May Get Holiday on August 21 for Varalakshmi Vratam
Hyderabad/Amaravati, August 16, 2026: Schools, colleges and government offices in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana are expected to remain closed on August 21 in connection with Varalakshmi Vratam, according to the information provided.
The festival is observed during the Hindu month of Shravana and is traditionally marked by special prayers and rituals, particularly by women seeking prosperity and well-being for their families.
Educational Institutions Included
If covered under the applicable government holiday orders, the closure would extend to schools and various categories of educational institutions.
These may include:
Schools
Junior colleges
Degree colleges
Professional colleges
Integrated schools
Residential educational institutions
Government offices and other state-run institutions are also expected to observe the holiday where applicable.
Festival Observance
Varalakshmi Vratam is celebrated with devotional ceremonies and special worship of Goddess Lakshmi.
The proposed holiday is intended to allow students, teachers, government employees and members of the public to participate in the festival without their regular institutional commitments.
Important: The exact applicability of the holiday to private educational institutions and specific categories of colleges will depend on the respective government orders and institutional schedules.
