India Public Holidays 2024
Date | Day | Holiday Name | Description |
14 January 2024 | Sunday | Makar Sankranti / Pongal | Harvest festival celebrated across India with regional variations. |
26 January 2024 | Friday | Republic Day | Commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950. |
08 March 2024 | Friday | Maha Shivaratri | Festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. |
25 March 2024 | Monday | Holi | Festival of colors symbolizing joy and the victory of good over evil. |
29 March 2024 | Friday | Good Friday | Christian holiday remembering the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. |
09 April 2024 | Tuesday | Gudi Padwa / Ugadi | Regional New Year celebrations in Maharashtra, Karnataka & Andhra Pradesh. |
11 April 2024 | Thursday | Eid-ul-Fitr (Expected) | Marks the end of Ramadan fasting month. |
14 April 2024 | Sunday | Ambedkar Jayanti | Birth anniversary of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar. |
17 April 2024 | Wednesday | Ram Navami | Celebrates the birth of Lord Rama. |
01 May 2024 | Wednesday | Labour Day / May Day | Celebrates workers and labour rights. |
08 June 2024 | Saturday | Maharana Pratap Jayanti | Birth anniversary of Rajput king Maharana Pratap. |
17 June 2024 | Monday | Bakrid / Eid al-Adha (Expected) | Festival of sacrifice celebrated by Muslims. |
07 July 2024 | Sunday | Muharram (Ashura) | Islamic day of mourning and remembrance. |
15 August 2024 | Thursday | Independence Day | Marks India’s independence from British rule in 1947. |
26 August 2024 | Monday | Janmashtami | Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. |
07 September 2024 | Saturday | Ganesh Chaturthi | Festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha. |
02 October 2024 | Wednesday | Gandhi Jayanti | Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. |
12 October 2024 | Saturday | Dussehra | Celebrates the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana. |
31 October 2024 | Thursday | Diwali (Deepavali) | Festival of Lights symbolizing victory of light over darkness. |
03 November 2024 | Sunday | Bhai Dooj | Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. |
15 November 2024 | Friday | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. |
25 December 2024 | Wednesday | Christmas Day | Christian festival celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. |
About Indian Holidays
India celebrates a diverse mix of national, cultural, and religious holidays. These festivals reflect the country’s unity, heritage, and traditions. From Diwali’s light to Holi’s vibrant colors, every celebration brings communities together.
How Businesses Use This Calendar
A holiday calendar helps organizations in planning:
Annual schedules
Marketing calendars
School and office closures
Travel planning