Central Bank of India Holiday List 2024
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Introduction:
In the kaleidoscope of India's cultural tapestry, festivals emerge as vibrant threads weaving together the rich diversity and heritage of this ancient land. With a calendar dotted with myriad celebrations, each state in India adds its own unique hues to the festive panorama, making the country a perennially vibrant and lively destination.
The year 2024 promises to be no different, as it unfolds with a plethora of festivals and holidays that showcase India's cultural, religious, and historical richness. From the northern tip of Jammu and Kashmir to the southern shores of Tamil Nadu, and from the western deserts of Rajasthan to the eastern deltas of West Bengal, every region resonates with the joyous spirit of festivity, welcoming locals and tourists alike to partake in its traditions and customs.
As families gather, streets illuminate, and temples resonate with prayers, India transforms into a veritable carnival of colors and festivities. To guide you through this enchanting journey across the festivals of India in 2024, we've compiled a comprehensive list of holidays celebrated in various states across the country.
But before delving into the kaleidoscope of festivals, it's essential to take note of the official holidays recognized by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the central banking institution that governs monetary policy and regulates the banking sector in the country. These holidays hold significance not only for financial institutions but also for the general populace, marking moments of national importance and religious observance.
In 2024, the Reserve Bank of India has designated specific days as bank holidays, ensuring that financial transactions and services pause to observe these occasions. While these holidays may vary slightly from state to state, they generally include national holidays such as Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti, along with religious festivals like Diwali, Eid al-Fitr, and Christmas.
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Additionally, the RBI observes regional holidays depending on the location of its branches and offices across the country. These holidays often align with the festivals and cultural events celebrated in the respective states, reflecting the RBI's acknowledgment of India's diverse cultural landscape.
Now, let's embark on a journey through the festive calendar of India in 2024, exploring the colorful tapestry of celebrations that adorn each month. From the traditional fervor of Makar Sankranti in January to the joyous revelry of Christmas in December, every festival brings its charm, rituals, and significance, offering a glimpse into the heart and soul of India.
As we traverse through the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and beyond, we'll encounter a mosaic of festivals ranging from religious observances to cultural extravaganzas. Whether it's the grand processions of Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai, the vibrant dances of Navaratri in Gujarat, or the serene prayers of Eid al-Adha in Kashmir, each festival leaves an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of India.
Moreover, these festivals serve as more than just occasions for merriment and revelry; they foster a sense of community, unity, and shared heritage among the people of India. In a country known for its diversity, festivals provide a common thread that binds individuals across different regions, languages, and traditions, transcending barriers and fostering a sense of belonging.
So, join us on this enchanting voyage as we traverse the length and breadth of India, immersing ourselves in the tapestry of festivals that adorn its vibrant fabric. From the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the sun-kissed beaches of Goa, let's celebrate the cultural mosaic that makes India truly incredible.
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Andhra Pradesh
Pongal 15 January Monday Gazetted
Kanuma Panduga 16 January Tuesday Restricted
Republic Day 26 January Friday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 08 March Friday Gazetted
Holi 25 March Monday Restricted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Gazetted
Babu Jagjiwan Ram Jayanti 05 April Friday Gazetted
Ugadi 09 April Tuesday Gazetted
Ram Navami 17 April Wednesday Restricted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Restricted
Ramzan/Eid-ul-Fitr 11 April Thursday Gazetted
Bakrid 16 June Sunday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 26 August Monday Gazetted
Muharram 17 July Wednesday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 07 September Saturday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Ashtami 11 October Friday Restricted
Maha Navami 12 October Saturday Restricted
Dussehra 12 October Saturday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 16 September Monday Restricted
Diwali 31 October Thursday Restricted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Arunachal Pradesh
New Year's Day 01 January Monday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Friday Restricted
State Day 20 February Tuesday Gazetted
Holi 25 March Monday Gazetted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Gazetted
Bohag Bihu 14 April Sunday Restricted
Buddha Purnima 23 May Thursday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 07 September Saturday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Ashtami 11 October Friday Restricted
Dussehra 12 October Saturday Gazetted
Diwali 01 November Friday Restricted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Assam
Makar Sankranti 15 January Monday Gazetted
Magh Bihu 14 January Sunday Restricted
Republic Day 26 January Friday Gazetted
Me-Dum-Me-Phi 31 January Wednesday Restricted
Holi 25 March Monday Gazetted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Restricted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
May Day 1 May Wednesday Gazetted
Idul-Fitr 09 April Tuesday Gazetted
Bakrid 16 June Sunday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Navami 11 October Friday Gazetted
Dussehra 12 October Saturday Gazetted
Diwali 01 November Friday Gazetted
Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti 15 November Friday Restricted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Bihar
Festival Date Day Category
Republic Day 26 January Friday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 08 March Friday Gazetted
Holi 25 March Monday Gazetted
Bihar Day 22 March Friday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Ramzan/Eid-ul-Fitr 11 April Thursday Gazetted
Bakr Id 17 June Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Muharram 17 July Wednesday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Ashtami 11 October Friday Restricted
Maha Navami 12 October Saturday Restricted
Dussehra 12 October Saturday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Chhath Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Chhattisgarh
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Friday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 08 March Friday Gazetted
Holi 25 March Monday Gazetted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Budha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Milad-un-Nabi or Id-e-Milad (Birthday of Prophet Mohammed) 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
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Goa
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 08 March Friday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Gudi Padava / Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Gujarat
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Uttarayan 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Gujarat Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Bakri Id (Id-ul-Zuha) 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra (Vijaya Dashmi) 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali (Deepavali) 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Haryana
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Lohri 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Ji's Birthday 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Baisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Maharishi Parasuram Jayanti 07 May Tuesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra (Vijay Dashami) 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Karva Chauth 17 October Thursday Restricted
Deewali (Deepavali) 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Chhath Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Himachal Pradesh
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Lohri 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Bihar Day 22 March Friday Gazetted
Shahidi Diwas of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru & Sukhdev 23 March Saturday Gazetted
Gudi Padwa 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Parshuram Jayanti 07 May Tuesday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti 17 June Monday Gazetted
Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Deewali (Deepavali) 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Jharkhand
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Budha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Saptami 05 October Saturday Gazetted
Maha Ashtami 06 October Sunday Gazetted
Maha Navami 07 October Monday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Karva Chauth 17 October Thursday Restricted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Chhath Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Id-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Karnataka
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Basanta Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Budha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Kannada Rajyotsava 01 November Friday Gazetted
Naraka Chaturdashi 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Balipadyami 28 October Monday Restricted
Deepavali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Kanakadasa Jayanthi 15 November Friday Restricted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
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Kerala
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Vasant Panchami 10 February Sunday Restricted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Sivaratri 04 March Monday Restricted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Tamil New Year 14 April Sunday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Eid-ul-Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Ayudha Puja 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Deepavali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Madhya Pradesh
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Chaitra Sukhladi 06 April Saturday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Hanuman Jayanti 19 April Friday Restricted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Jamat Ul-Vida 31 May Friday Restricted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Hariyali Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Vishwakarma Puja 17 September Tuesday Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Navaratri Sthapana 29 September Sunday Restricted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Milad-Un-Nabi or Id-E-Milad (Birthday of Prophet Mohammad) 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Maharashtra
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Gudi Padwa 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Ashura 09 August Friday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Visarjan 12 September Thursday Restricted
Navaratri 29 September Sunday Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Eid e Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Manipur
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Gudi Padwa 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Ashura 09 August Friday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Visarjan 12 September Thursday Restricted
Navaratri 29 September Sunday Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Eid e Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Meghalaya
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Eid ul-Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Mizoram
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Y.M.A. Day 06 June Thursday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Nagaland
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Imoinu Iratpa 11 February Monday Restricted
State Day 21 February Thursday Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
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Odisha
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Govind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Utkal Divas 01 April Monday Restricted
Ramanavami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Raja Sankranti 15 June Saturday Restricted
Id-Ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Kumar Purnima 13 October Sunday Restricted
Kartika Purnima 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Prathamastami 13 November Wednesday Restricted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Punjab
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Lohri 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Baisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Guru Rabindranath Jayanti 07 May Tuesday Restricted
Parshuram Jayanti 07 May Tuesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji 07 June Friday Restricted
Kabir Jayanti 17 June Monday Restricted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti 17 June Monday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji 07 June Friday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Baba Sri Chand Ji Jayanti 18 September Wednesday Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
S. Guru Granth Sahib Prakash Utsav 01 September Sunday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti 13 October Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji 24 November Sunday Restricted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Rajasthan
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Lohri 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Vasant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti 18 February Monday Restricted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Cheti Chand 07 April Sunday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Baisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Maharana Pratap Jayanti 06 June Thursday Restricted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Eid al-Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Anant Chaturdashi 12 September Thursday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti 13 October Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Sikkim
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Losing 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Sonam Lochhar 05 February Tuesday Restricted
Foundation of Sikkim State Day 16 May Thursday Gazetted
Buddha Jayanti 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Bakrid 12 August Monday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Tamil Nadu
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Budha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Guru Purnima 16 July Tuesday Gazetted
Eid al-Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Ayudha Puja 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Navami 07 October Monday Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Karthika Purnima 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Telangana
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti 05 April Friday Restricted
Shab-E-Barat 20 April Saturday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Ramzan Id / Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Bonalu 28 June Friday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Krishna Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Bakrid / Eid al Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Milad un Nabi / Id-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Kartika Purnima / Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Tripura
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Tribal King's Anniversary 03 January Thursday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Gudi Padwa 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Rama Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Bengali New Year's Day 15 April Monday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Kharchi Puja 20 July Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Durga Puja 04 October Friday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Eid e Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
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Uttar Pradesh
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Chaitra Sukhladi 06 April Saturday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Hanuman Jayanti 19 April Friday Restricted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Jamat Ul-Vida 31 May Friday Restricted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Hariyali Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Vishwakarma Puja 17 September Tuesday Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Navaratri Sthapana 29 September Sunday Restricted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Milad-Un-Nabi or Id-E-Milad (Birthday of Prophet Mohammad) 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Uttarakhand
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Vasant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Doljatra 21 March Thursday Restricted
Bihar Divas 22 March Friday Restricted
Hazarat Ali's Birthday 22 March Friday Restricted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Baisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Dr Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Bohag Bihu 14 April Sunday Restricted
Bohag Bihu Holiday 15 April Monday Restricted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Jumat-ul-Vida 31 May Friday Restricted
Eid al-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Hariyali Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Vinayak Chaturthi 02 September Monday Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Anant Chaturdashi 12 September Thursday Gazetted
Vishwakarma Puja 17 September Tuesday Restricted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Saptami 06 October Sunday Restricted
Maha Ashtami 07 October Monday Restricted
Maha Navami 07 October Monday Restricted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Eid e Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Naraka Chaturdashi 06 November Wednesday Restricted
Govardhan Puja 08 November Friday Restricted
Bhai Dooj 09 November Saturday Restricted
Chhath Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
West Bengal
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 12 January Saturday Restricted
Birthday of Netaji 23 January Wednesday Restricted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Saraswati Puja 10 February Sunday Restricted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Dolyatra 21 March Thursday Restricted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Bengali New Year's Day 15 April Monday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Idul Juha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Durga Puja 04 October Friday Gazetted
Kali Puja 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Chhat Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Guru Nanak's Birthday 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Conclusion:
In traversing the mosaic of festivals that embellish India's calendar in 2024, we've embarked on a captivating odyssey through the heart and soul of a nation steeped in tradition, diversity, and profound cultural heritage. From the resplendent lights of Diwali to the jubilant rhythms of Bihu, each celebration serves as a testament to India's rich tapestry of customs, beliefs, and rituals.
These festivals transcend mere dates on a calendar; they are living expressions of India's collective consciousness, embodying the essence of unity in diversity that defines the nation. Through their vibrant colors, melodious chants, and age-old traditions, they weave a tapestry of shared experiences that bind together people of all backgrounds, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie amidst the kaleidoscope of cultural identities.
Moreover, beyond their aesthetic appeal and festive fervor, these celebrations serve as repositories of history, mythology, and social values, carrying forward the legacy of ancient civilizations and imparting timeless wisdom to future generations. Whether it's the reverence of Navratri or the exuberance of Durga Puja, each festival offers profound insights into India's rich heritage, reminding us of the enduring power of tradition in an ever-changing world.
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Furthermore, these festivals play a pivotal role in nurturing social cohesion and community resilience, serving as occasions for collective rejoicing, reflection, and renewal. In a country as vast and diverse as India, where differences abound in language, religion, and culture, these celebrations serve as common threads that unite people across geographical and social divides, fostering bonds of solidarity and mutual respect.
However, as India marches forward into the 21st century, it faces a dual imperative: to preserve the sanctity of its cultural heritage while embracing the winds of change blowing across the global landscape. In an era marked by rapid urbanization, technological advancement, and globalization, the challenge lies in striking a delicate balance between tradition and modernity, ensuring that age-old customs and rituals continue to evolve and adapt to contemporary realities.
Moreover, as India seeks to leverage its cultural capital for economic development and global outreach, festivals emerge as potent catalysts for tourism promotion, cultural diplomacy, and sustainable development. By harnessing the potential of festivals as platforms for showcasing India's rich cultural diversity, the country can not only attract millions of visitors from around the world but also empower local communities, artisans, and performers, thereby creating a win-win scenario for all stakeholders involved.
In conclusion, the festivals of India in 2024 offer a mesmerizing tableau of colors, sounds, and sensations, inviting us to partake in the timeless rituals and age-old traditions that have shaped the nation's identity for millennia. As we bid adieu to this whirlwind journey, let us carry with us the spirit of celebration, unity, and inclusivity that defines the essence of India, and may it serve as a beacon of inspiration for all humanity in the quest for harmony amidst diversity.
Introduction:
In the kaleidoscope of India's cultural tapestry, festivals emerge as vibrant threads weaving together the rich diversity and heritage of this ancient land. With a calendar dotted with myriad celebrations, each state in India adds its own unique hues to the festive panorama, making the country a perennially vibrant and lively destination.
The year 2024 promises to be no different, as it unfolds with a plethora of festivals and holidays that showcase India's cultural, religious, and historical richness. From the northern tip of Jammu and Kashmir to the southern shores of Tamil Nadu, and from the western deserts of Rajasthan to the eastern deltas of West Bengal, every region resonates with the joyous spirit of festivity, welcoming locals and tourists alike to partake in its traditions and customs.
As families gather, streets illuminate, and temples resonate with prayers, India transforms into a veritable carnival of colors and festivities. To guide you through this enchanting journey across the festivals of India in 2024, we've compiled a comprehensive list of holidays celebrated in various states across the country.
But before delving into the kaleidoscope of festivals, it's essential to take note of the official holidays recognized by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), the central banking institution that governs monetary policy and regulates the banking sector in the country. These holidays hold significance not only for financial institutions but also for the general populace, marking moments of national importance and religious observance.
In 2024, the Reserve Bank of India has designated specific days as bank holidays, ensuring that financial transactions and services pause to observe these occasions. While these holidays may vary slightly from state to state, they generally include national holidays such as Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti, along with religious festivals like Diwali, Eid al-Fitr, and Christmas.
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Additionally, the RBI observes regional holidays depending on the location of its branches and offices across the country. These holidays often align with the festivals and cultural events celebrated in the respective states, reflecting the RBI's acknowledgment of India's diverse cultural landscape.
Now, let's embark on a journey through the festive calendar of India in 2024, exploring the colorful tapestry of celebrations that adorn each month. From the traditional fervor of Makar Sankranti in January to the joyous revelry of Christmas in December, every festival brings its charm, rituals, and significance, offering a glimpse into the heart and soul of India.
As we traverse through the states of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and beyond, we'll encounter a mosaic of festivals ranging from religious observances to cultural extravaganzas. Whether it's the grand processions of Ganesh Chaturthi in Mumbai, the vibrant dances of Navaratri in Gujarat, or the serene prayers of Eid al-Adha in Kashmir, each festival leaves an indelible mark on the cultural landscape of India.
Moreover, these festivals serve as more than just occasions for merriment and revelry; they foster a sense of community, unity, and shared heritage among the people of India. In a country known for its diversity, festivals provide a common thread that binds individuals across different regions, languages, and traditions, transcending barriers and fostering a sense of belonging.
So, join us on this enchanting voyage as we traverse the length and breadth of India, immersing ourselves in the tapestry of festivals that adorn its vibrant fabric. From the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the sun-kissed beaches of Goa, let's celebrate the cultural mosaic that makes India truly incredible.
Central Bank of India, a bank owned by the government, stands as one of India's oldest and largest commercial banks. Situated in Mumbai, the financial hub of India and the capital of Maharashtra, it is among the eighteen public sector banks in India that underwent recapitalization in 2009.
Andhra Pradesh
Pongal 15 January Monday Gazetted
Kanuma Panduga 16 January Tuesday Restricted
Republic Day 26 January Friday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 08 March Friday Gazetted
Holi 25 March Monday Restricted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Gazetted
Babu Jagjiwan Ram Jayanti 05 April Friday Gazetted
Ugadi 09 April Tuesday Gazetted
Ram Navami 17 April Wednesday Restricted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Restricted
Ramzan/Eid-ul-Fitr 11 April Thursday Gazetted
Bakrid 16 June Sunday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 26 August Monday Gazetted
Muharram 17 July Wednesday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 07 September Saturday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Ashtami 11 October Friday Restricted
Maha Navami 12 October Saturday Restricted
Dussehra 12 October Saturday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 16 September Monday Restricted
Diwali 31 October Thursday Restricted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Arunachal Pradesh
New Year's Day 01 January Monday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Friday Restricted
State Day 20 February Tuesday Gazetted
Holi 25 March Monday Gazetted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Gazetted
Bohag Bihu 14 April Sunday Restricted
Buddha Purnima 23 May Thursday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 07 September Saturday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Ashtami 11 October Friday Restricted
Dussehra 12 October Saturday Gazetted
Diwali 01 November Friday Restricted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Assam
Makar Sankranti 15 January Monday Gazetted
Magh Bihu 14 January Sunday Restricted
Republic Day 26 January Friday Gazetted
Me-Dum-Me-Phi 31 January Wednesday Restricted
Holi 25 March Monday Gazetted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Restricted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
May Day 1 May Wednesday Gazetted
Idul-Fitr 09 April Tuesday Gazetted
Bakrid 16 June Sunday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Navami 11 October Friday Gazetted
Dussehra 12 October Saturday Gazetted
Diwali 01 November Friday Gazetted
Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti 15 November Friday Restricted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Bihar
Festival Date Day Category
Republic Day 26 January Friday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 08 March Friday Gazetted
Holi 25 March Monday Gazetted
Bihar Day 22 March Friday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Ramzan/Eid-ul-Fitr 11 April Thursday Gazetted
Bakr Id 17 June Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Muharram 17 July Wednesday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Ashtami 11 October Friday Restricted
Maha Navami 12 October Saturday Restricted
Dussehra 12 October Saturday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Chhath Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Chhattisgarh
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Friday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 08 March Friday Gazetted
Holi 25 March Monday Gazetted
Good Friday 29 March Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Budha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Milad-un-Nabi or Id-e-Milad (Birthday of Prophet Mohammed) 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
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Goa
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 08 March Friday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Gudi Padava / Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Gujarat
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Uttarayan 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Gujarat Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Bakri Id (Id-ul-Zuha) 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra (Vijaya Dashmi) 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali (Deepavali) 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Haryana
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Lohri 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Ji's Birthday 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Baisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Maharishi Parasuram Jayanti 07 May Tuesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra (Vijay Dashami) 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Karva Chauth 17 October Thursday Restricted
Deewali (Deepavali) 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Chhath Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Himachal Pradesh
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Lohri 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Bihar Day 22 March Friday Gazetted
Shahidi Diwas of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru & Sukhdev 23 March Saturday Gazetted
Gudi Padwa 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Parshuram Jayanti 07 May Tuesday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti 17 June Monday Gazetted
Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Deewali (Deepavali) 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Jharkhand
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Budha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Saptami 05 October Saturday Gazetted
Maha Ashtami 06 October Sunday Gazetted
Maha Navami 07 October Monday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Karva Chauth 17 October Thursday Restricted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Chhath Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Id-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Karnataka
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Basanta Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Budha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Kannada Rajyotsava 01 November Friday Gazetted
Naraka Chaturdashi 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Balipadyami 28 October Monday Restricted
Deepavali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Kanakadasa Jayanthi 15 November Friday Restricted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
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Kerala
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Vasant Panchami 10 February Sunday Restricted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Sivaratri 04 March Monday Restricted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Tamil New Year 14 April Sunday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Eid-ul-Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Ayudha Puja 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Deepavali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Madhya Pradesh
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Chaitra Sukhladi 06 April Saturday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Hanuman Jayanti 19 April Friday Restricted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Jamat Ul-Vida 31 May Friday Restricted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Hariyali Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Vishwakarma Puja 17 September Tuesday Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Navaratri Sthapana 29 September Sunday Restricted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Milad-Un-Nabi or Id-E-Milad (Birthday of Prophet Mohammad) 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Maharashtra
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Gudi Padwa 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Ashura 09 August Friday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Visarjan 12 September Thursday Restricted
Navaratri 29 September Sunday Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Eid e Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Manipur
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Gudi Padwa 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Ashura 09 August Friday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Visarjan 12 September Thursday Restricted
Navaratri 29 September Sunday Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Eid e Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Meghalaya
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Eid ul-Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Mizoram
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Y.M.A. Day 06 June Thursday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Nagaland
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Imoinu Iratpa 11 February Monday Restricted
State Day 21 February Thursday Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
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Odisha
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Govind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Utkal Divas 01 April Monday Restricted
Ramanavami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Raja Sankranti 15 June Saturday Restricted
Id-Ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Kumar Purnima 13 October Sunday Restricted
Kartika Purnima 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Prathamastami 13 November Wednesday Restricted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Punjab
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Lohri 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Baisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Guru Rabindranath Jayanti 07 May Tuesday Restricted
Parshuram Jayanti 07 May Tuesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji 07 June Friday Restricted
Kabir Jayanti 17 June Monday Restricted
Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti 17 June Monday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji 07 June Friday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Baba Sri Chand Ji Jayanti 18 September Wednesday Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
S. Guru Granth Sahib Prakash Utsav 01 September Sunday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti 13 October Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji 24 November Sunday Restricted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Rajasthan
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Lohri 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Vasant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti 18 February Monday Restricted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti 19 February Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Cheti Chand 07 April Sunday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Baisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Maharana Pratap Jayanti 06 June Thursday Restricted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Eid al-Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Anant Chaturdashi 12 September Thursday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti 13 October Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Sikkim
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Losing 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Sonam Lochhar 05 February Tuesday Restricted
Foundation of Sikkim State Day 16 May Thursday Gazetted
Buddha Jayanti 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Bakrid 12 August Monday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Tamil Nadu
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Budha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Guru Purnima 16 July Tuesday Gazetted
Eid al-Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Ayudha Puja 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Maha Navami 07 October Monday Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Karthika Purnima 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Telangana
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Mahashivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti 05 April Friday Restricted
Shab-E-Barat 20 April Saturday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Ramzan Id / Id-ul-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Bonalu 28 June Friday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Krishna Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Bakrid / Eid al Adha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Milad un Nabi / Id-e-Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Kartika Purnima / Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Tripura
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Tribal King's Anniversary 03 January Thursday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Gudi Padwa 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Ugadi 06 April Saturday Gazetted
Rama Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Bengali New Year's Day 15 April Monday Gazetted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Kharchi Puja 20 July Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Durga Puja 04 October Friday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Eid e Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
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Uttar Pradesh
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day 15 January Tuesday Restricted
Uzhavar Thirunal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Chaitra Sukhladi 06 April Saturday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Vaisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Hanuman Jayanti 19 April Friday Restricted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Jamat Ul-Vida 31 May Friday Restricted
Idul Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Hariyali Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Vishwakarma Puja 17 September Tuesday Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Navaratri Sthapana 29 September Sunday Restricted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Milad-Un-Nabi or Id-E-Milad (Birthday of Prophet Mohammad) 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Diwali 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Christmas 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Uttarakhand
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Makar Sankranti 14 January Monday Gazetted
Pongal 15 January Tuesday Gazetted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Vasant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Basant Panchami 10 February Sunday Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holika Dahan 20 March Wednesday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Doljatra 21 March Thursday Restricted
Bihar Divas 22 March Friday Restricted
Hazarat Ali's Birthday 22 March Friday Restricted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Gazetted
Bengali New Year 15 April Monday Restricted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Baisakhi 13 April Saturday Gazetted
Dr Ambedkar Jayanti 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Bohag Bihu 14 April Sunday Restricted
Bohag Bihu Holiday 15 April Monday Restricted
Easter Sunday 21 April Sunday Gazetted
Buddha Purnima 18 May Saturday Gazetted
Jumat-ul-Vida 31 May Friday Restricted
Eid al-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Rath Yatra 04 July Thursday Restricted
Hariyali Teej 03 August Saturday Restricted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Parsi New Year 17 August Saturday Restricted
Raksha Bandhan 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Janmashtami 24 August Saturday Gazetted
Vinayak Chaturthi 02 September Monday Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi 02 September Monday Gazetted
Anant Chaturdashi 12 September Thursday Gazetted
Vishwakarma Puja 17 September Tuesday Restricted
Muharram 10 September Tuesday Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Maha Saptami 06 October Sunday Restricted
Maha Ashtami 07 October Monday Restricted
Maha Navami 07 October Monday Restricted
Dussehra 08 October Tuesday Gazetted
Eid e Milad 10 November Sunday Gazetted
Naraka Chaturdashi 06 November Wednesday Restricted
Govardhan Puja 08 November Friday Restricted
Bhai Dooj 09 November Saturday Restricted
Chhath Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
West Bengal
New Year's Day 01 January Tuesday Restricted
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti 13 January Sunday Gazetted
Swami Vivekananda Jayanti 12 January Saturday Restricted
Birthday of Netaji 23 January Wednesday Restricted
Republic Day 26 January Saturday Gazetted
Saraswati Puja 10 February Sunday Restricted
Maha Shivaratri 04 March Monday Gazetted
Holi 21 March Thursday Gazetted
Dolyatra 21 March Thursday Restricted
Good Friday 19 April Friday Gazetted
Ram Navami 14 April Sunday Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti 17 April Wednesday Gazetted
Bengali New Year's Day 15 April Monday Gazetted
May Day 01 May Wednesday Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr 05 June Wednesday Gazetted
Independence Day 15 August Thursday Gazetted
Idul Juha 12 August Monday Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday 02 October Wednesday Gazetted
Durga Puja 04 October Friday Gazetted
Kali Puja 27 October Sunday Gazetted
Chhat Puja 02 November Saturday Restricted
Guru Nanak's Birthday 12 November Tuesday Gazetted
Christmas Day 25 December Wednesday Gazetted
Conclusion:
In traversing the mosaic of festivals that embellish India's calendar in 2024, we've embarked on a captivating odyssey through the heart and soul of a nation steeped in tradition, diversity, and profound cultural heritage. From the resplendent lights of Diwali to the jubilant rhythms of Bihu, each celebration serves as a testament to India's rich tapestry of customs, beliefs, and rituals.
These festivals transcend mere dates on a calendar; they are living expressions of India's collective consciousness, embodying the essence of unity in diversity that defines the nation. Through their vibrant colors, melodious chants, and age-old traditions, they weave a tapestry of shared experiences that bind together people of all backgrounds, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie amidst the kaleidoscope of cultural identities.
Moreover, beyond their aesthetic appeal and festive fervor, these celebrations serve as repositories of history, mythology, and social values, carrying forward the legacy of ancient civilizations and imparting timeless wisdom to future generations. Whether it's the reverence of Navratri or the exuberance of Durga Puja, each festival offers profound insights into India's rich heritage, reminding us of the enduring power of tradition in an ever-changing world.
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Furthermore, these festivals play a pivotal role in nurturing social cohesion and community resilience, serving as occasions for collective rejoicing, reflection, and renewal. In a country as vast and diverse as India, where differences abound in language, religion, and culture, these celebrations serve as common threads that unite people across geographical and social divides, fostering bonds of solidarity and mutual respect.
However, as India marches forward into the 21st century, it faces a dual imperative: to preserve the sanctity of its cultural heritage while embracing the winds of change blowing across the global landscape. In an era marked by rapid urbanization, technological advancement, and globalization, the challenge lies in striking a delicate balance between tradition and modernity, ensuring that age-old customs and rituals continue to evolve and adapt to contemporary realities.
Moreover, as India seeks to leverage its cultural capital for economic development and global outreach, festivals emerge as potent catalysts for tourism promotion, cultural diplomacy, and sustainable development. By harnessing the potential of festivals as platforms for showcasing India's rich cultural diversity, the country can not only attract millions of visitors from around the world but also empower local communities, artisans, and performers, thereby creating a win-win scenario for all stakeholders involved.
In conclusion, the festivals of India in 2024 offer a mesmerizing tableau of colors, sounds, and sensations, inviting us to partake in the timeless rituals and age-old traditions that have shaped the nation's identity for millennia. As we bid adieu to this whirlwind journey, let us carry with us the spirit of celebration, unity, and inclusivity that defines the essence of India, and may it serve as a beacon of inspiration for all humanity in the quest for harmony amidst diversity.
FAQs 🤔
Why are there holidays designated by the Central Bank of India?
Central bank holidays are crucial for maintaining financial stability by allowing banks and financial institutions to pause operations, conduct regulatory compliance activities, and provide employees with necessary rest periods.
How do central bank holidays impact banking services?
Central bank holidays often result in the closure of commercial banks and financial institutions. While ATM services and online banking may still be available, customers should plan their transactions to avoid inconveniences.
Are central bank holidays uniform across all states in India?
Yes, central bank holidays are typically uniform across all states in India. However, there may be exceptions or additional holidays declared by state governments or local authorities, which individuals should be aware of, especially if they reside in regions with diverse cultural or religious observances.
Do central bank holidays affect financial markets?
Yes, central bank holidays can influence financial markets by providing regulated periods of closure. This allows investors and traders to adjust their positions and strategies accordingly, potentially reducing market volatility.
Can I still access my bank account during central bank holidays?
While physical bank branches may be closed during central bank holidays, many banking services such as ATM transactions, online banking, and mobile banking remain available. Customers are advised to check their bank's website or contact customer service for specific details regarding service availability during holidays.
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