Mathura district schools remain closed today, September 19, for Radhashtami. The order covers Mathura city, Vrindavan, Barsana and Govardhan. It applies to all institutions up to Class 12. Parents and students should treat today as an official holiday. Regular classes are expected to resume on Monday.
The closure spans September 18 and 19. Sunday, September 20, is the regular weekly break. Schools are scheduled to reopen from Monday, September 21. Use the weekend to confirm any shifted examinations, practicals, or project submissions. Check official notices, teacher messages, websites, or learning management systems.
Radhashtami holiday order: Mathura–Vrindavan schools shut up to Class 12
The order applies to government, aided and private schools up to Class 12 across Mathura district. Pre-primary sections are included. Higher education institutions may issue separate notices. Teachers and staff should follow internal instructions shared by school heads. Parents should rely on authenticated circulars, not forwards circulating on social media.
Today’s September 19 closure: what students should do
Treat today as a buffer day. Revise difficult chapters, finish pending notes, and organise assignments. Check if unit tests, practicals or remedials stand deferred. Keep your admit card or school identity card (ID) handy for Monday. If you use buses or e‑rickshaws, verify morning pickup points and expected delays.
Traffic and crowd advisories: Vrindavan, Barsana, Govardhan routes
Expect heavy pilgrim movement near Banke Bihari Temple and Prem Mandir. Barsana Ladli Ji Temple and Govardhan Parikrama Marg also stay crowded. Local police usually enforce diversions during peak darshan hours. Start early, use designated parking, and avoid narrow approach lanes. For Monday travel, buffer extra time so children reach assemblies without stress.
Reopening on September 21: timetable, transport and attendance
Schools are expected to resume regular timetables from Monday, September 21. Some institutions may announce bridge classes or revised sequences to cover missed periods. Attendance rules remain the school’s prerogative, so check circulars. Transport operators might alter routes if crowds persist. Watch for updates from bus contractors or schools.
Exam and bus reschedules: how to verify quickly
Prioritise official channels first: school website, verified social pages, staff emails, and student groups. For exams, keep earlier hall tickets; many schools stamp revised dates. Save helpline numbers shared by class teachers. If confusion persists, visit the school office on Monday with identity documents. Reach early to avoid queues.
