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Haryana Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024

Haryana Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024: Haryana is a state that seamlessly blends tradition with urban development.

Pratidin Bureau

02 Feb 2024 18:07 IST

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Haryana Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024: Haryana is a state that seamlessly blends tradition with urban development. As we explore Haryana's official government holidays for 2024, join us in unraveling the cultural and historical significance behind each celebration. From agricultural festivals to patriotic commemorations, this series aims to showcase the unique identity and spirit that defines Haryana.

Festival	Date	Day	Category	Description
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti	17 January	Wednesday	Restricted	"Celebrates the birth of Guru Gobind Singh	the 10th Sikh Guru	with prayers and processions."
Republic Day	26 January	Friday	Gazetted	Commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution with a grand parade and cultural events.
Vasant Panchami	14 February	Wednesday	Gazetted	"Marks the arrival of spring	dedicated to Goddess Saraswati	with prayers and yellow festivities."
Guru Ravidas Jayanti	24 February	Saturday	Gazetted	"Honors the birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas	a revered saint and poet	with prayers and processions."
Mahashivratri	08 March	Friday	Gazetted	"Celebrates Lord Shiva's cosmic dance with fasting	prayers	and night vigils."
Holi	25 March	Monday	Gazetted	"The festival of colors signifies the victory of good over evil	celebrated with joyous playing of colors."
Shaheed Bhagat Singh Martyrdom Day	23 March	Saturday	Restricted	Pays homage to the sacrifice of freedom fighter Bhagat Singh with events and tributes.
Good Friday	29 March	Friday	Restricted	"Observes the crucifixion of Jesus Christ	marked by prayers and solemn ceremonies."
Ram Navami	17 April	Wednesday	Restricted	"Celebrates the birth of Lord Rama with prayers	processions	and readings from the Ramayana."
Mahavir Jayanti	21 April	Sunday	Gazetted	"Commemorates the birth of Lord Mahavira	the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism	with prayers and charitable acts."
Vaisakhi	13 April	Saturday	Restricted	"Sikh and Punjabi New Year	celebrated with processions	traditional dance	and community gatherings."
Ambedkar Jayanti	14 April	Sunday	Restricted	"Honors Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's birthday	focusing on social justice and equality."
Maharshi Pasuram Jayanti	10 May	Friday	Restricted	"Marks the birth anniversary of Maharshi Pasuram	a revered spiritual figure	with prayers and discourses."
Buddha Purnima	23 May	Thursday	Gazetted	"Commemorates the birth	enlightenment	and death of Gautama Buddha with prayers and meditation."
Ramzan/Eid-ul-Fitr	11 April	Thursday	Gazetted	"Marks the end of Ramadan with feasts	prayers	and the giving of charity to the less fortunate."
Maharana Pratap Jayanti	09 May	Thursday	Restricted	"Honors the birth anniversary of Maharana Pratap	a Rajput warrior king	with processions and events."
Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti	26 June	Saturday	Gazetted	"Celebrates the birth anniversary of Sant Guru Kabir	a prominent saint and poet	with devotional activities."
Haryali Teej	07 August	Wednesday	Restricted	"A traditional Hindu festival celebrating the monsoon season	marked by fasting	prayers	and festive attire."
Bakrid/Shaheed Uddham Singh Martyrdom day	31 July	Wednesday	Gazetted	Commemorates the sacrifice of freedom fighter Uddham Singh and the Islamic festival of Eid al-Adha.
Rakshabandhan	19 August	Monday	Restricted	"Symbolizes the bond between brothers and sisters	with the tying of protective threads and exchange of gifts."
Janmashtami	26 August	Monday	Gazetted	"Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna with fasting	prayer	and midnight celebrations."
Independence Day	15 August	Thursday	Gazetted	"Marks India's independence from British rule with flag hoisting	patriotic events	and cultural programs."
Muharram	17 July	Wednesday	Gazetted	"Commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain	observed with mourning processions and religious rituals."
Heroes Martyrdom Day	23 September	Monday	Gazetted	"Pays tribute to the heroes who sacrificed their lives for the nation	with ceremonies and tributes."
Gandhi Jayanti	02 October	Wednesday	Gazetted	"Honors Mahatma Gandhi's birthday with prayer meetings	speeches	and cleanliness drives."
Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti	03 October	Thursday	Restricted	"Celebrates the birth of Maharaja Agrasen	a legendary king known for his social welfare activities."
Dussehra	12 October	Saturday	Gazetted	"Marks the victory of good over evil	with effigy burnings	processions	and cultural performances."
Eid-e-Milad	15 September	Sunday	Restricted	"Celebrates the birth of Prophet Muhammad	marked with prayers	processions	and charitable acts."
Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti	17 October	Thursday	Restricted	"Honors the birth anniversary of Maharshi Valmiki	the author of the Ramayana	with prayers and discourses."
Haryana Day	01 November	Friday	Gazetted	"Celebrates the formation of the state of Haryana with cultural events	parades	and patriotic activities."
Diwali	01 November	Friday	Gazetted	"The festival of lights symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness	celebrated with lamps	sweets	and fireworks."
Govardhan Puja	02 November	Saturday	Gazetted	"Honors Lord Krishna's lifting of the Govardhan Hill	marked with prayers and the worship of food."
Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti	15 November	Friday	Gazetted	"Celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak	the founder of Sikhism	with prayers	processions	and community service."
Christmas day	25 December	Wednesday	Gazetted	"Marks the birth of Jesus Christ	celebrated with festive decorations	prayers	and exchanging of gifts."

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