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Celebrating Diversity: A Journey Through India's Festivals

India, a land of myriad cultures, languages, and traditions, is renowned for its vibrant and diverse festivals that reflect the country's rich heritage and values. From the snow-capped mountains of Jammu and Kashmir to the sun-kissed beaches of Kerala, every state in this vast subcontinent boasts a unique tapestry of festivities, each with its rituals, customs, and significance. In this article, we embark on a captivating journey through India's festivals, exploring the colorful mosaic of celebrations that unite its people in joy and harmony.

At the heart of India's festival calendar lies the spirit of unity in diversity, exemplified by the celebration of national holidays such as Republic Day and Independence Day. These occasions serve as poignant reminders of the country's hard-fought struggle for freedom and the enduring values of democracy, secularism, and inclusivity.

On January 26th, Indians from all walks of life come together to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution and reaffirm their commitment to the nation's ideals. Likewise, the 15th of August marks the anniversary of India's independence from colonial rule, a day filled with patriotic fervor and pride as citizens hoist the tricolor flag and pay homage to the sacrifices of freedom fighters.

Beyond these national observances, India's cultural tapestry unfolds in a kaleidoscope of regional festivals, each offering a glimpse into the soul of its people. In the northern state of Punjab, the joyous festival of Baisakhi heralds the arrival of the harvest season with exuberant dance performances, traditional music, and feasting.

Meanwhile, in the western state of Gujarat, the vibrant colors of Navratri illuminate the night sky as men and women perform the energetic Garba and Dandiya Raas dances in honor of the Hindu goddess Durga.

Moving southwards, the state of Kerala comes alive during the annual Onam festival, a ten-day extravaganza that celebrates the mythical king Mahabali's return to earth. Decorated with floral carpets, elaborate feasts, and boat races, Onam epitomizes the spirit of hospitality and cultural pride that defines God's Own Country.

Similarly, in the eastern state of West Bengal, the fervor of Durga Puja engulfs the city streets as towering pandals (temporary structures) house elaborately crafted idols of the goddess Durga, accompanied by mesmerizing music and dance performances.

As we traverse the diverse landscapes of India, we encounter a tapestry of religious festivals that transcend boundaries of faith and creed. The festival of Eid al-Fitr, celebrated by Muslims across the country, marks the end of Ramadan with prayers, charity, and festive gatherings.

Likewise, Diwali, the festival of lights, illuminates homes and hearts across India as Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists come together to commemorate the triumph of good over evil and the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya.

In addition to these well-known celebrations, India's cultural mosaic is enriched by a plethora of lesser-known festivals that are deeply rooted in local customs and traditions. From the colorful kite festival of Uttarayan in Gujarat to the enchanting Hornbill Festival of Nagaland, each event offers a unique window into the cultural heritage of its region.

However, amidst the revelry and merriment, it is important to acknowledge that many festivals in India are also imbued with social, religious, and environmental significance. For instance, Pongal, the harvest festival of Tamil Nadu, not only celebrates the abundance of nature but also honors the sacred relationship between humans, animals, and the land.

Similarly, the festival of Raksha Bandhan symbolizes the bond of love and protection between brothers and sisters, transcending gender roles and fostering familial ties.

In conclusion, India's festivals serve as a testament to the country's rich tapestry of traditions, values, and cultural heritage. From the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the tropical shores of the Andaman Islands, each festival offers a unique window into the soul of India, celebrating the diversity that is the hallmark of this great nation. As we immerse ourselves in the sights, sounds, and flavors of these festivities, let us embrace the spirit of unity and solidarity that binds us together as one nation, united in diversity.

State-wise List of YES Bank Holidays

Andhra Pradesh

Pongal: January 15 (Monday) - Gazetted
Kanuma Panduga: January 16 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Mahashivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Restricted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Babu Jagjiwan Ram Jayanti: April 05 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ugadi: April 09 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 17 (Wednesday) - Restricted
Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Ramzan/Eid-ul-Fitr: April 11 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Bakrid: June 16 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Janmashtami: August 26 (Monday) - Gazetted
Muharram: July 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 07 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Maha Ashtami: October 11 (Friday) - Restricted
Maha Navami: October 12 (Saturday) - Restricted
Dussehra: October 12 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad: September 16 (Monday) - Restricted
Diwali: October 31 (Thursday) - Restricted
Christmas: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Arunachal Pradesh

New year's day: January 01 (Monday) - Restricted
Pongal: January 15 (Monday) - Gazetted
Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Restricted
State Day: February 20 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Bohag Bihu: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Buddha Purnima: May 23 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 07 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Maha Ashtami: October 11 (Friday) - Restricted
Dussehra: October 12 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Diwali: November 01 (Friday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Assam

Makar Sankranti: January 15 (Monday) - Gazetted
Magh Bihu: January 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Me-Dum-Me-Phi: January 31 (Wednesday) - Restricted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Restricted
Bengali New Year: April 15 (Monday) - Gazetted
Mayday: May 1 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Idul- Fitr: April 09 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Bakrid: June 16 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Maha Navami: October 11 (Friday) - Gazetted
Dussehra: October 12 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Diwali: November 01 (Friday) - Restricted
Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti: November 15 (Friday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Bihar

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Mahashivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Restricted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Vaisakhi: April 13 (Saturday) - Restricted
Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr: April 11 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Ramzan Id (Id-ul-Fitr): April 11 (Thursday) - Restricted
Rath Yatra: July 04 (Thursday) - Restricted
Eid al-Adha: June 16 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi): August 15 (Thursday) - Restricted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Muharram: September 10 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi/Samvatsari: September 02 (Monday) - Gazetted
Vishwakarma Puja: September 17 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Durga Puja/Maha Saptami: October 05 (Saturday) - Restricted
Durga Puja/Maha Ashtami: October 06 (Sunday) - Restricted
Durga Puja/Maha Navami: October 07 (Monday) - Restricted
Dussehra: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti: October 13 (Sunday) - Restricted
Karva Chauth: October 17 (Thursday) - Restricted
Chhath Puja: November 02 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Chhattisgarh

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Mahashivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Restricted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti: April 05 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Idul Fitr: April 11 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan: August 15 (Thursday) - Restricted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi/Samvatsari: September 02 (Monday) - Gazetted
Muharram: September 10 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Goa

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Maha Shivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Restricted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Restricted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Gudi Padwa: April 06 (Saturday) - Restricted
Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Idul Fitr: April 11 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 07 (Saturday) - Restricted
Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Id-e-Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Restricted
Christmas: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Gujarat

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Maha Shivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Gazetted
Gujarat Day: May 01 (Wednesday) - Restricted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Bakrid: June 16 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Paryushana: August 19 (Monday) - Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 07 (Saturday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Muharram: September 10 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Vikram Samvat New Year: October 28 (Monday) - Restricted
Id-e-Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Haryana

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Maha Shivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Restricted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Babu Maha Vir Jayanti: April 05 (Friday) - Restricted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Idul Fitr: April 11 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti: October 13 (Sunday) - Restricted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Himachal Pradesh

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Maha Shivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Restricted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti: April 05 (Friday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Idul Fitr: April 11 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Jharkhand

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Mahashivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 25 (Monday) - Restricted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti: April 05 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Idul Fitr: April 11 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan: August 15 (Thursday) - Restricted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 02 (Monday) - Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Durga Puja/Maha Saptami: October 05 (Saturday) - Restricted
Durga Puja/Maha Ashtami: October 06 (Sunday) - Restricted
Durga Puja/Maha Navami: October 07 (Monday) - Restricted
Dussehra: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Karnataka

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Mahashivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ugadi: April 06 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Basava Jayanti: April 18 (Thursday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Buddha Purnima: May 18 (Saturday) - Restricted
Id-ul-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 02 (Monday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Ayudha Puja: October 07 (Monday) - Restricted
Vijaya Dashami: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Kannada Rajyotsava: November 01 (Friday) - Gazetted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti: October 13 (Sunday) - Restricted
Christmas: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Kerala

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Mahashivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Restricted
Vishu: April 15 (Monday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Easter Sunday: April 21 (Sunday) - Restricted
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
First Onam: September 10 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Thiruvonam: September 11 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Milad-i-Sherif: November 10 (Sunday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Madhya Pradesh

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Mahashivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 21 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: March 29 (Friday) - Gazetted
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti: April 05 (Friday) - Restricted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Raksha Bandhan: August 15 (Thursday) - Restricted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 02 (Monday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami): October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Maharashtra

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Mahashivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti: February 19 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 21 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Gudi Padwa: April 06 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
May Day: May 01 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Parsi New Year (Shahenshahi): August 17 (Saturday) - Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 02 (Monday) - Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami): October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Diwali (Amavasya): October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Manipur

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti: February 19 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Yaosang (Manipur Holi): March 21 (Thursday) - Restricted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Cheiraoba: April 06 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Buddha Purnima: May 18 (Saturday) - Restricted
Id-ul-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra (Maha Saptami): October 06 (Sunday) - Restricted
Dussehra (Maha Ashtami): October 07 (Monday) - Restricted
Dussehra (Maha Navami): October 08 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Kut: November 01 (Friday) - Gazetted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Meghalaya

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti: February 19 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Shad Suk Mynsiem: April 18 (Thursday) - Restricted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Bohag Bihu Holiday: April 15 (Monday) - Restricted
May Day: May 01 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Mizoram

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Chapchar Kut: March 02 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Easter Sunday: April 21 (Sunday) - Restricted
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Thutak Nunpuituom: September 02 (Monday) - Restricted
Thutak Khawnghim: September 07 (Saturday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra (Maha Saptami): October 06 (Sunday) - Restricted
Dussehra (Maha Ashtami): October 07 (Monday) - Restricted
Dussehra (Maha Navami): October 08 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Kut: November 01 (Friday) - Gazetted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Nagaland

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti: February 19 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Sikpui Ruoi: March 07 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Bohag Bihu Holiday: April 15 (Monday) - Restricted
May Day: May 01 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Idu'l Zuha (Bakrid): August 12 (Monday) - Gazetted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Odisha

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Utkala Dibasa: April 01 (Monday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Raja Sankranti: June 14 (Friday) - Restricted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 02 (Monday) - Gazetted
Nuakhai: September 03 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Kumar Purnima: October 13 (Sunday) - Restricted
Eid e Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Punjab

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti: February 19 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Maha Shivaratri: March 08 (Friday) - Restricted
Holi: March 21 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Shaheedi Diwas of Bhagat Singh, Rajguru & Sukhdev: March 23 (Saturday) - Restricted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Restricted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Baisakhi: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji: June 16 (Sunday) - Restricted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Eid ul-Zuha (Bakrid): August 12 (Monday) - Gazetted
Parkash Utsav Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji: August 30 (Friday) - Restricted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Rajasthan

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Mahashivratri: March 08 (Friday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 21 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Ambedkar Jayanti: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Id-ul-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Eid al-Adha: August 12 (Monday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 02 (Monday) - Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra (Maha Navami): October 08 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami): October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Diwali (Deepavali): October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Sikkim

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Losar: February 05 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 21 (Thursday) - Restricted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Buddha Purnima: May 18 (Saturday) - Restricted
Eid al-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Janmashtami: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Ganesh Chaturthi: September 02 (Monday) - Restricted
Dashain (Vijaya Dashami): October 08 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Tihar: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Tamil Nadu

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Pongal: January 15 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Thiruvalluvar Day: January 16 (Wednesday) - Restricted
Uzhavar Thirunal: January 17 (Thursday) - Restricted
Bakrid / Eid al-Adha: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Tamil New Year: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
May Day: May 01 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Krishna Jayanthi: August 24 (Saturday) - Restricted
Vinayaka Chathurthi: September 02 (Monday) - Restricted
Ayudha Pooja: October 08 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Vijaya Dashami: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Deepavali: October 27 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Eid Miladun Nabi: November 10 (Sunday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Telangana

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri: March 08 (Friday) - Restricted
Ugadi: April 06 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Restricted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Restricted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Bonalu: July 28 (Sunday) - Restricted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Muharram: September 10 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Bathukamma Starting Day: September 28 (Saturday) - Restricted
Vijaya Dashami (Dussehra): October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Eid e-Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Restricted
Karthika Purnima / Gurunanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Tripura

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Guru Ravidas Jayanti: February 19 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Maha Shivaratri: March 08 (Friday) - Restricted
Dol Jatra/Holi: March 21 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Restricted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Buddha Purnima: May 18 (Saturday) - Restricted
Eid al-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid): August 12 (Monday) - Gazetted
Muharram: September 10 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Durga Puja: October 05 (Saturday) - Gazetted
Vijaya Dashami: October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Restricted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Restricted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Uttar Pradesh

Republic Day: January 26 (Friday) - Gazetted
Maha Shivaratri: March 08 (Friday) - Restricted
Holika Dahan: March 20 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Holi: March 21 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Hazrat Ali Jayanti: April 21 (Sunday) - Restricted
Ram Navami: April 14 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Mahavir Jayanti: April 17 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Good Friday: April 19 (Friday) - Gazetted
Eid al-Fitr: June 05 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid): August 12 (Monday) - Gazetted
Independence Day: August 15 (Thursday) - Gazetted
Muharram: September 10 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: October 02 (Wednesday) - Gazetted
Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami): October 08 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Diwali: October 27 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Eid-e-Milad: November 10 (Sunday) - Gazetted
Guru Nanak Jayanti: November 12 (Tuesday) - Gazetted
Christmas Day: December 25 (Wednesday) - Gazetted

Embracing Unity in Diversity: A Tapestry of Festivals

In traversing the vibrant landscape of India's festivals, we have been captivated by the kaleidoscope of colors, traditions, and celebrations that define this diverse nation.

From the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the sun-drenched shores of the Indian Ocean, every corner of the country resonates with the rhythmic beats of drums, the melodious strains of music, and the aroma of sumptuous delicacies.

At the heart of India's festival calendar lies a profound sense of unity in diversity, a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage and pluralistic ethos. Despite the myriad languages, religions, and customs that define its people, India stands united in its embrace of inclusivity, tolerance, and mutual respect.

Nowhere is this spirit more evident than in the joyous celebrations that mark the passage of time, uniting communities in shared rituals and traditions.

From the colorful spectacle of Holi, where strangers become friends amidst clouds of vibrant powder, to the solemn prayers of Eid al-Fitr, where the bonds of brotherhood are reaffirmed through acts of charity and compassion, India's festivals embody the values of harmony and coexistence.

Regardless of one's background or beliefs, these celebrations offer an opportunity for reflection, renewal, and reconciliation, fostering a sense of belonging and solidarity among all who partake in them.

Moreover, India's festivals serve as a platform for the preservation and promotion of its rich cultural heritage, ensuring that age-old traditions and customs are passed down from one generation to the next.

Whether it is the intricate patterns of mehndi adorning the hands of brides during weddings or the rhythmic footwork of Kathak dancers paying homage to ancient scriptures, each festival is a living testament to the resilience and ingenuity of India's artistic legacy.

Yet, amidst the revelry and festivity, it is crucial to recognize that India's festivals also carry deeper significance, addressing pressing social, environmental, and humanitarian concerns.

Whether it is the eco-friendly practices advocated during Ganesh Chaturthi or the spirit of communal harmony exemplified during Guru Nanak Jayanti, these celebrations underscore the importance of collective action and responsibility in addressing the challenges of the modern world.

As we bid farewell to this journey through India's festivals, let us carry with us the lessons of unity, diversity, and resilience that define the soul of this great nation. Let us celebrate not only the richness of our cultural heritage but also the bonds of friendship and solidarity that unite us as one people, bound together by a shared history and a common destiny.

In the words of Mahatma Gandhi, "Our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization." As we continue to navigate the complexities of a rapidly changing world, may India's festivals serve as a guiding light, illuminating the path toward a future where diversity is celebrated, differences are respected, and unity is cherished above all else.