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Durga Pooja time: School holidays for students 

Schools in Odisha are typically closed for a period of five days during Durga Pooja. This includes the six days of the festival, as well as one additional day for cleanup

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During Durga Pooja, schools in India are typically closed for a period of five to ten days. This is to allow students and teachers to participate in the festivities. Durga Pooja is a time for families and friends to come together and celebrate. People visit pandals (temporary temples) to worship the Goddess Durga. They also participate in cultural events and feasts.

West Bengal: Schools in West Bengal are typically closed for a period of ten days during Durga Pooja. This includes the six days of the festival, as well as four additional days for preparation and cleanup.

Assam: Schools in Assam are typically closed for a period of seven days during Durga Pooja. This includes the six days of the festival, as well as one additional day for cleanup.

Odisha: Schools in Odisha are typically closed for a period of five days during Durga Pooja. This includes the six days of the festival, as well as one additional day for cleanup.

Other states: In other Indian states, the number of days that schools are closed for Durga Pooja varies. For example, in Karnataka, schools are typically closed for a period of three days, while in Delhi, they are typically closed for a period of two days.

The Durga Pooja holidays are a time for students and teachers to relax and enjoy the festivities. They are also a time for students to learn about their culture and heritage.

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