Puducherry has officially declared Monday, November 9, 2026, a public holiday for Deepavali.
The order applies across Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam.
Together with the weekend, the holiday creates a three-day break. Schools and colleges will not hold classes that day.
Careerindia reported this. The order is Government Order number 108, dated November 4.
Pondicherry University has also announced a closure on November 9 for Post Deepavali.
- November 4Government Order number 108 is dated, declaring the holiday.
- November 6 to 9Southern Railway has scheduled festive special services in this period.
- November 9Public holiday for Deepavali across Puducherry, Karaikal, Mahe and Yanam. Pondicherry University is closed for Post Deepavali.
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Key points
- Monday, November 9, 2026 is a public holiday in all four regions.
- Schools, colleges and government offices are covered by the order.
- Classes and regular work should resume on Tuesday, November 10.
- Private employers may have different rules, so check with your office.
Who gets the day off?
The order applies to government offices and educational institutions. Private establishments often follow a similar pattern.
But policies differ by employer. Employees should confirm with their office circular or human resources team.
What should students do with this extra day?
Students should treat November 9 as a non-instructional day.
If you had internal tests, practicals or project submissions, expect a revised slot.
Most institutes will publish fresh exam dates within a short window.
Check college websites, department boards and WhatsApp groups often.
University departments should follow Pondicherry University updates.
So how should travellers plan the return?
Expect heavy return traffic on Monday night as families head back for work on Tuesday.
Southern Railway has scheduled festive special services around November 6 to 9.
The India Meteorological Department indicates rain or thunderstorms in this period.
Book early and allow extra time for your journey.
Explainer
What happened before
- The Home Department issued Government Order number 108, dated November 4.
- Pondicherry University has also notified a closure on November 9 for Post Deepavali.
Why it matters
The closure affects students and government staff across all four regions. It also affects families planning travel during the long weekend.
What to watch next
- Institutions will announce any operational exceptions.
- Classes and regular work should resume on Tuesday, November 10.
