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Exploring India's Colorful Festivals

India, with its diverse cultures, languages, and traditions, is renowned for its vibrant festivals that echo its rich heritage and values. From the snowy peaks of Jammu and Kashmir to the serene beaches of Kerala, each state celebrates unique festivities with individual customs and traditions. This article takes you on a journey through India's festivals, showcasing the celebrations that unite its people in joy and harmony.

The essence of India’s festival calendar is unity in diversity, as seen in national holidays like Republic Day and Independence Day. These days remind citizens of India's fight for freedom and commitment to democracy, secularism, and inclusivity.

On January 26th, people nationwide honor the Constitution’s adoption, reaffirming their loyalty to India's ideals. Meanwhile, August 15th marks India's independence from colonial rule, embracing patriotic spirit as the national flag is proudly displayed and tributes paid to freedom fighters.

Beyond these, India’s rich cultural tapestry reveals various regional festivals. Baisakhi in Punjab welcomes the harvest season with dance, music, and feasting. In Gujarat, Navratri’s vibrant colors highlight celebrations with Garba and Dandiya Raas dances honoring Hindu goddess Durga. Kerala's Onam festival is an extravagant ten-day event celebrating King Mahabali’s mythical return, with floral carpets and grand feasts. Likewise, Durga Puja in West Bengal captivates with elaborate goddess Durga idols, vivid pandals, music, and dance performances.

As you explore India, religious festivals transcend faith boundaries. Eid al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan with prayers and gatherings across India. Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists, commemorating the triumph of good over evil.

India’s cultural diversity also witnesses lesser-known festivals rooted in local traditions. From Uttarayan's colorful kites in Gujarat to the mesmerizing Hornbill Festival in Nagaland, each event is a cultural heritage window.

Many Indian festivals carry profound social, religious, and environmental significance. Pongal in Tamil Nadu celebrates nature's abundance, honoring human, animal, and land connections. Raksha Bandhan symbolizes sibling bonds of love and protection.

In conclusion, India’s festivals are a testament to its rich traditions and cultural heritage. They celebrate the diversity that defines this great nation. Participating in these festivals embraces India's spirit of unity, making it a unique window into its soul.

State-wise 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

Unity in Diversity: An Indian Festival Insight

The vibrant spectrum of India's festivals showcases the country's cultural diversity. From the snow-laden Himalayas to sunny Indian Ocean shores, the nation pulses with music, dance, and cuisine during festivities.

India's festival calendar symbolizes a bond of unity in diversity, reflecting cultural heritage and ethos. Despite numerous languages, religions, and customs, the country celebrates inclusivity and mutual respect.

This spirit thrives during festivals, marking the passage of time and unifying communities in shared customs. The colorful Holi brings strangers together, while Eid al-Fitr reaffirm connections through charity.

Open to all, these celebrations provide moments for renewal and community bonding, fostering belonging among participants.

Moreover, they highlight India’s cultural legacy’s preservation, ensuring traditions persist through generations. Festivals like mehndi at weddings and Kathak performances reflect artistic resilience.

Beyond festivities, India's celebrations address social, environmental, and humanitarian issues. Eco-friendly Ganesh Chaturthi practices and communal harmony during Guru Nanak Jayanti reflect collective responsibility.

In summary, India's festivals emphasize unity, diversity, and resilience. They celebrate cultural heritage richness and foster friendship and solidarity. As Mahatma Gandhi said, "Our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization." Let India’s festivals guide us toward a harmonious future appreciating diversity and cherishing unity.

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