Telangana Schools May Get 4-Day Holiday Again as Medaram Jatara Nears
Telangana schools may get 4-day holidays again as the Medaram Sammakka Saralamma Jatara in January end approaches. Government decision awaited.
Just days after Sankranti holidays ended in Telangana, students may soon get another break. With the Medaram Sammakka-Saralamma Jatara scheduled at the end of January, there is growing demand to declare four days of holidays for schools and colleges in Telangana.
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The Medaram Jatara, widely known as Asia’s largest tribal fair, will be held from January 28 to January 31, drawing lakhs of devotees from Telangana and neighbouring states.
Medaram Jatara 2026: Why Students May Get Holidays
The Medaram Sammakka-Saralamma Jatara holds deep cultural and spiritual significance for people of Telangana. Every year, families travel in large numbers to Medaram to seek blessings of Sammakka and Saralamma.
- PRTU leaders have urged the government to declare holidays for schools
- Teachers and students want to attend the Jatara with their families
- Exams are approaching, but travel during the fair becomes difficult
If approved, students could enjoy a series of holidays at the end of January, shortly after Sankranti.
Will Holidays Be Declared Across Telangana?
Traditionally, local holidays are declared for educational institutions in the combined Warangal district, where Medaram is located. However, this time there is strong curiosity over whether the holiday will be extended across the entire state.
As of now:
- No official announcement has been made
- A decision from the Telangana Government is awaited
- Parents, teachers, and students are closely watching developments
Heavy Rush Expected: Transport Under Pressure
Lakhs of devotees are expected not only from Telangana but also from:
- Andhra Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Chhattisgarh
Due to the massive influx:
- Buses, trains, and roads are expected to be overcrowded
- The government usually runs special RTC buses for Medaram Jatara
- Transport authorities may face heavy pressure during January 28–31
What Happens Next?
While the demand for holidays during Medaram Jatara is gaining momentum, students and parents will have to wait for an official government order. If holidays are declared statewide, it will provide major relief to families planning to attend the sacred tribal fair.
For now, all eyes are on the Telangana government’s decision.
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