List of Holidays 2024 - Government, Public & Bank Holidays in India

India is a land of rich cultural diversity, where a multitude of festivals and occasions are celebrated with great enthusiasm and fervour. From the vibrant colours of Holi to the serene lights of Diwali, each festival in India reflects the country's unique traditions and customs.

The diverse religious and cultural backgrounds of its people contribute to an array of holidays that are observed with equal importance and joy, making India a fascinating tapestry of celebrations throughout the year.

To plan your year ahead and make the most of these festive times, check out the 2024 calendar with holidays. Whether you're scheduling your travel plans or simply looking forward to some well-deserved breaks, having a detailed holiday list will ensure you don't miss out on any of the festivities.

Government Holidays 2024

across the country. These holidays honour the nation's history, freedom, and influential leaders.

Festival	Date
Republic Day	26th of January
Independence Day	15th of August
Gandhi Jayanti	2nd of October

These days are marked by various ceremonies, parades, and cultural events, reflecting the spirit of unity and national pride.

Gazetted Holidays in India List 2024

Gazetted holidays in India include a mix of religious, cultural, and national events that are recognised and celebrated throughout the country. These holidays are officially sanctioned by the government and provide an opportunity for people to partake in various festivities and observances.

Date	Day	Holiday
Jan 26	Friday	Republic Day
Mar 25	Monday	Holi
Mar 29	Friday	Good Friday
Apr 11	Thursday	Eid-ul-Fitr
Apr 17	Wednesday	Ram Navami
Apr 21	Sunday	Mahavir Jayanti
May 23	Thursday	Buddha Purnima
Jun 17	Monday	Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid)
Jul 17	Wednesday	Muharram
Aug 15	Thursday	Independence Day
Aug 26	Monday	Janmashtami
Sep 16	Monday	Milad-un-Nabi
Oct 2	Wednesday	Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday
Oct 12	Saturday	Dussehra
Oct 31	Thursday	Diwali
Nov 15	Friday	Guru Nanak’s Birthday
Dec 25	Wednesday	Christmas Day

These government holidays ensure that people across different regions and communities can celebrate their cultural and religious events with family and friends.

Public Holidays 2024

The non-gazetted holidays list for 2024 includes various cultural, regional, and religious festivals that are widely celebrated but not officially mandated by the government. These holidays often reflect the local traditions and customs of different communities across the country.

Date	Day	Holiday
Jan 1	Monday	New Year’s Day
Jan 13	Saturday	Lohri
Jan 14	Sunday	Makar Sankranti
Jan 15	Monday	Pongal/Magha Bihu
Jan 17	Wednesday	Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday
Jan 25	Thursday	Hazrat Ali’s Birthday
Feb 14	Wednesday	Basant Panchami
Feb 19	Monday	Shivaji Jayanti
Feb 24	Saturday	Guru Ravidas’ Birthday
Mar 6	Wednesday	Swami Dayananda Saraswati Jayanti
Mar 8	Friday	Maha Shivratri
Mar 24	Sunday	Holika Dahan
Mar 25	Monday	Holi
Mar 29	Friday	Good Friday
Mar 31	Sunday	Easter Sunday
Apr 5	Friday	Jamat-Ul-Vida
Apr 9	Tuesday	Chaitra Sukladi/Gudhi Padwa/Ugadi/Cheti Chand
Apr 11	Thursday	Eid-ul-Fitr
Apr 13	Saturday	Vaisakhi
Apr 14	Sunday	Meshadi/Vaisakhadi/Bahag Bihu
Apr 17	Wednesday	Ram Navami
Apr 21	Sunday	Mahavir Jayanti
May 8	Wednesday	Guru Rabindranath’s Birthday
May 23	Thursday	Buddha Purnima
Jul 7	Monday	Rath Yatra
Jul 17	Wednesday	Muharram
Aug 15	Thursday	Independence Day
Aug 19	Monday	Raksha Bandhan
Aug 26	Monday	Janmashtami
Sep 7	Saturday	Ganesh Chaturthi/Vinayaka Chaturthi
Sep 15	Sunday	Onam or Thiru Onam Day
Sep 16	Monday	Milad-un-Nabi (Birthday of Prophet Muhammad)
Oct 2	Wednesday	Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday
Oct 10	Thursday	Dussehra (Maha Saptami)
Oct 11	Friday	Dussehra (Maha Ashtami)/Dussehra (Maha Navmi)
Oct 12	Saturday	Dussehra
Oct 20	Sunday	Karaka Chaturthi (Karva Chauth)
Oct 31	Thursday	Diwali
Nov 2	Saturday	Govardhan Puja
Nov 3	Sunday	Bhai Duj
Nov 7	Thursday	Chhat Puja
Nov 24	Sunday	Guru Teg Bahadur’s Martyrdom Day
Dec 25	Tuesday	Christmas Eve

These non-gazetted holidays highlight the rich tapestry of cultural and religious events celebrated across India, allowing communities to come together and honour their traditions.

Bank Holidays in 2024

Bank holidays in India include a variety of national, regional, and religious events during which banks and financial institutions remain closed. These holidays are essential for planning financial activities and understanding the schedule of banking services.

Date	Day	Festival
Jan 1	Monday	New Year’s Day
Jan 12	Friday	Birthday of Swami Vivekananda
Jan 15	Monday	Pongal
Jan 16	Tuesday	Thiruvalluvar Day
Jan 17	Wednesday	Guru Gobind Singh Ji Birthday
Jan 26	Friday	Republic Day
Feb 10	Saturday	Losar
Feb 14	Wednesday	Basant Panchami
Feb 15	Thursday	Birthday of Md. Hazrat Ali/Lui-Ngai-Ni
Feb 24	Saturday	Guru Ravidas Ji Birthday
Feb 25	Sunday	Thaipusam
Mar 8	Friday	Mahashivratri
Mar 10	Sunday	Ramadan
Mar 24	Sunday	Holika Dahan
Mar 25	Monday	Holi
Mar 29	Friday	Good Friday
Apr 1	Monday	Yearly Closing of Bank Accounts
Apr 5	Friday	Babu Jagjivan Ram’s Birthday
Apr 9	Tuesday	Ugadi, Eid al-Fitr
Apr 14	Sunday	Tamil New Year
May 8	Wednesday	Birthday of Rabindranath Tagore
May 16	Thursday	Buddha Purnima
Jun 9	Sunday	Maharana Pratap Jayanti
Jun 10	Monday	Martyrdom Day of Sri Guru Arjun Dev Ji
Jun 15	Saturday	YMA Day
Jun 16	Sunday	Eid al-Adha
Jul 8	Monday	Rath Yatra
Jul 17	Wednesday	Muharram
Aug 15	Thursday	Independence Day, Parsi New Year
Aug 19	Monday	Raksha Bandhan
Aug 26	Monday	Krishna Janmashtami
Sep 5	Thursday	Tithi of Srimanta Sankardeva
Sep 7	Saturday	Vinayagar Chaturthi
Sep 14	Saturday	First Onam
Sep 15	Sunday	Thiruvonam
Sep 16	Monday	Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi (Birthday of Prophet Muhammad)
Oct 1	Tuesday	Half-Yearly Closing of Bank Accounts
Oct 2	Wednesday	Gandhi Jayanti
Oct 11	Friday	Ayudha Puja
Oct 12	Saturday	Vijayadashami
Oct 20	Sunday	Karva Chauth
Oct 31	Thursday	Diwali
Nov 1	Friday	Laxmi Puja, Kannada Rajyotsava
Nov 2	Saturday	Govardhan Puja
Nov 7	Thursday	Chhath Puja
Nov 15	Friday	Guru Nanak Jayanti
Nov 18	Monday	Kanakadasa Jayanthi
Dec 3	Saturday	Feast of St. Francis Xavier
Dec 19	Thursday	Goa Liberation Day
Dec 25	Wednesday	Christmas
Dec 31	Tuesday	New Year’s Eve

These bank holidays allow for the celebration of various important occasions while ensuring that essential banking operations are paused, giving employees and customers a chance to participate in festivities.  

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