Restricted Holidays
Guru Ravidas’s Birthday
Celebrated on Magh Purnima, commemorates the birth of the revered 15th-century saint and poet Guru Ravidas, known for his teachings of equality, love, and devotion. While it is not a nationwide holiday in India, some states, particularly in the northern...
Holi
Holi, the vibrant festival of colors in India, signifies the triumph of good over evil and the arrival of spring, celebrated with joyous gatherings and playful splashing of colored powders; observed as a public holiday in various states, including Uttar...
Vishu
Vishu, a festive day marking the New Year in the Malayalam calendar, is celebrated with traditional rituals and feasts, and it is an exclusive holiday in the state of Kerala.
Ganesh Chaturthi
Celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi, honoring Lord Ganesha's birth. Widely observed in Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, it features vibrant decorations, processions, and symbolic idol immersion—a lively expression of devotion and culture.
Onam
Celebrate Onam, a vibrant harvest festival in Kerala, marked by colorful floral decorations, traditional feasts, and captivating cultural performances. This joyous occasion, with its elaborate snake boat races and the iconic Onam Sadya, reflects the rich cultural heritage of Kerala,...
Govardhan Puja
Govardhan Puja, celebrated on the 10th day of Diwali, honors the lifting of Govardhan Hill by Lord Krishna. It is observed in states like Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Punjab, and Rajasthan in India.
Bhai Duj
Bhai Duj, celebrated on October 27, 2024, is a Hindu festival dedicated to the bond between brothers and sisters. While not a public holiday, it is widely observed in states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Maharashtra.
Chhat Puja
Chhath Puja, a festival dedicated to the worship of the Sun God. Primarily celebrated in the states of Bihar, Jharkhand, and parts of Uttar Pradesh and Nepal, it involves rituals of offering prayers to the setting and rising sun.