Andhra Pradesh Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024

Andhra Pradesh Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024: Andhra Pradesh, a land of ancient temples and dynamic progress, unfolds its official government holidays for 2024

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Andhra Pradesh Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024

Andhra Pradesh Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024

Andhra Pradesh Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024: Andhra Pradesh, a land of ancient temples and dynamic progress, unfolds its official government holidays for 2024. Join us in discovering the cultural and religious tapestry that shapes the state's festive calendar. From traditional events rooted in mythology to modern commemorations, each holiday reflects the vibrant spirit of Andhra Pradesh. This list aims to provide a glimpse into the diverse celebrations that contribute to the cultural richness of the region.

AP List of General Holidays 2024 for Government Offices in Andhra Pradesh

(G.O. Rt. No.2318 General Administration (PoII.B) Department, Dated:30-11-2023)

SI. No. Name of the occasion/festival Date Day Festival Description
1 Makara Sankranti 15.01.2024 Monday Harvest festival marking the sun's transition
2 Kanuma 16.01.2024 Tuesday Day to worship cattle in the traditional Sankranti festival
3 Republic Day 26.01.2024 Friday Celebration of India's constitution adoption
4 Mahasivaratri 08.03.2024 Friday "Dedicated to Lord Shiva fasting and prayers"
5 Holi 25.03.2024 Monday Festival of colors and joy
6 Good Friday 29.03.2024 Friday Christian holiday commemorating Jesus Christ's crucifixion
7 Babu Jagjivan Ram's Birthday 05.04.2024 Friday Birth anniversary of freedom fighter Babu Jagjivan Ram
8 Ugadi 09.04.2024 Tuesday Telugu New Year and beginning of spring
9 Eid-ul-Fitr (Ramzan) 11.04.2024 Thursday Muslim festival marking the end of Ramadan
10 Sreerama Navami 17.04.2024 Wednesday Celebration of Lord Rama's birth
11 Bakrid (Eid-UI-Zuha) 17.06.2024 Monday Muslim festival of sacrifice
12 Moharrum 17.07.2024 Wednesday Observance of the martyrdom of Imam Hussein
13 Independence Day 15.08.2024 Thursday Commemoration of India's independence
14 Sri Krishnastami 26.08.2024 Monday Celebration of Lord Krishna's birth
15 Vinayaka Chavithi 07.09.2024 Saturday Worship of Lord Ganesha
16 Eid Milad-Un-Nabi 16.09.2024 Monday Observance of the birthday of Prophet Mohammad
17 Mahatma Gandhi Jayanthi 02.10.2024 Wednesday Commemoration of Mahatma Gandhi's birth
19 Durgashtami 11.10.2024 Friday Worship of Goddess Durga
19 Deepavali 31.10.2024 Thursday Festival of lights and victory of good over evil
20 Christmas 25.12.2024 Wednesday Celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ

Festivals/occasions occur on Sunday/Second Saturday during the year 2024

"SI.
No."
Name of the occasion / festival Date Day
1 BHOGI 14.01.2024 Sunday
2 Dr. B.R.AMBEDKAR's BIRTHDAY 14.04.2024 Sunday
3 VIJAYA DASAMI 12.10.2024 "Second
Saturday"

AP List of Optional Holidays 2024

(G.O. Rt. No.2318 General Administration (PoII.B) Department, Dated:30-11-2023)

SI No'. Name of the occasion / festival Date Day
1 New Year's Day 01.01.2024 Monday
2 Birthday of Hazrath Ali (R.A.) 25.01.2024 Thursday
3 Shab-e-Meraj 07.02.2024 Wednesday
4 Shahadat Hazrat All (R.A.) 01.04.2024 Monday
5 Jamatul Veda 05.04.2024 Friday
6 Basava Jayanthi 10.05.2024 Friday
7 Buddha Pumima 23.05.2024 Thursday
8 Eid-e-Gadeer 25.06.2024 Tuesday
9 "91"" Moharram" 16.07.2024 Tuesday
10 Parsi New Year's Day 15.08.2024 Thursday
11 Varalakshmi Vratam 16.08.2024 Friday
12 Mahalaya Amavasya 02.10.2024 Wednesday
13 Yaz Dahum Shareef 15.10.2024 Tuesday
14 Kartika Purnima / Guru Nanak Jayanthi 15.11.2024 Friday
15 Hazrat Syed Mohammed Juvanpur Mehdi's Birthday_ 16.11.2024 Saturday
16 Christmas Eve 24.12.2024 Tuesday
17 Boxing Day 26.12.2024 Thursday

Important points

  1. The Government of Andhra Pradesh declares certain days as official holidays for State Government offices in 2024. This excludes holidays falling on Sundays/Second Saturday (Annexure-l(A)) and Optional Holidays (Annexure-ll) except when Optional Holidays fall on Sundays (Annexure-ll(A)).

  2. All State Government offices will be closed on Sundays and Second Saturdays throughout 2024.

  3. State Government employees can take up to five Optional Holidays in 2024 from the specified festivals/occasions (Annexure-ll), regardless of their religion. They need to request permission in advance from their Superior Officers, except in urgent government work situations.

  4. General Holidays do not automatically apply to industrial establishments, public sector undertakings, Public Works Department workmen, and educational institutions under the State Government's control. Separate orders for holidays will be issued by the respective Administrative Departments of the Secretariat.

  5. If the dates for Ramzan, Bakrid, Moharam, Eid Milad-Un-Nabi, or any Hindu festival change based on moon sightings, or for any other reason, the announcement will be made through electronic/print media. Secretariat Departments, Heads of Departments, and District Collectors should take action based on such announcements, even before receiving formal orders.

  6. For more, check out this link:  https://www.apteachers.in/2023/11/ap-list-of-general-holidays-2024.html#google_vignette

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