Mizoram Official Government Holidays List for 2024: Mizoram, with its lush greenery and warm communities, is a jewel in India's northeastern crown. This series delves into Mizoram's official government holidays for 2024, highlighting the cultural diversity and festive fervor that define the state. From religious observances to local traditions, we'll explore the occasions that shape Mizoram's calendar, offering a glimpse into the heart of this picturesque region.
List of Public Holidays in Mizoram in 2024
| New Year’s Day |
01.01.2024 |
Monday |
"Welcoming the new year with joyous celebrations |
reflections |
and festive gatherings." |
| New Year Celebration |
02.01.2024 |
Tuesday |
Continuing the festive spirit with various New Year activities and events. |
| Missionary Day |
11.01.2024 |
Thursday |
Commemorating the contributions and endeavors of missionaries in the region. |
| Republic Day |
26.01.2024 |
Friday |
Marking the adoption of the Constitution with patriotic fervor and national pride. |
| State Day |
20.02.2024 |
Tuesday |
Celebrating the formation and identity of the state with cultural events and activities. |
| Chapchar Kut |
01.03.2024 |
Friday |
"Embracing the Mizo festival with vibrant dances |
music |
and traditional customs." |
| Holi |
25.03.2024 |
Monday |
"Celebrating the festival of colors |
symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and the arrival of spring." |
| Good Friday |
29.03.2024 |
Friday |
Observing the solemn occasion of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ with religious reflections. |
| Id-ul Fitr |
11.04.2024 |
Thursday |
"Marking the end of Ramadan with prayers |
feasts |
and expressions of gratitude." |
| Mahavir Jayanti |
21.04.2024 |
Sunday |
"Honoring the birth of Lord Mahavir |
the founder of Jainism |
with prayers and spiritual reflections." |
| Buddha Purnima |
23.05.2024 |
Thursday |
"Celebrating the birth |
enlightenment |
and death of Gautama Buddha with prayers and meditation." |
| YMA Day |
15.06.2024 |
Saturday |
Commemorating the contributions of the Young Mizo Association to the community. |
| Id-ul Zuha |
17.06.2024 |
Monday |
"Observing the festival of sacrifice with prayers |
feasts |
and the ritual sacrifice of animals." |
| Remna Ni |
30.06.2024 |
Sunday |
Reflecting on the sacrifices and contributions of the Mizo people during the Mizo National Front uprising. |
| MHIP Day |
06.07.2024 |
Saturday |
Celebrating the Mizo Hmeichhe Insuihkhawm Pawl (Mizo Women's Federation) Day. |
| Muharram |
17.07.2024 |
Wednesday |
"Observing the Islamic New Year with prayers |
remembrance |
and fasting." |
| Independence Day |
15.08.2024 |
Thursday |
"Commemorating India's independence with flag hoisting |
patriotic ceremonies |
and cultural events." |
| Milad-un-Nabi or Id-e-Milad |
16.09.2024 |
Monday |
Celebrating the birthday of Prophet Muhammad with prayers and gatherings. |
| Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday |
02.10.2024 |
Wednesday |
"Honoring the father of the nation with tributes |
prayers |
and community service." |
| Dussehra (Vijay Dashmi) |
12.10.2024 |
Saturday |
Celebrating the victory of good over evil with effigy burnings and cultural performances. |
| Diwali (Deepavalli) |
31.10.2024 |
Thursday |
Festival of lights symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. |
| Guru Nanak’s Birthday |
15.11.2024 |
Friday |
"Observing the birth of Guru Nanak with prayers |
processions |
and community service." |
| Christmas Eve |
24.12.2024 |
Tuesday |
Preparing for the joyous celebration of Christmas with festive gatherings and anticipation. |
| Christmas Day |
25.12.2024 |
Wednesday |
"Celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ with prayers |
feasts |
and festive activities." |
| Christmas Celebration |
26.12.2024 |
Thursday |
Continuing the festive spirit of Christmas with additional celebrations and community events. |
| New Year’s Eve |
31.12.2024 |
Tuesday |
"Bid farewell to the year with festivities |
countdowns |
and joyous gatherings." |
Restricted Holiday List During Calendar Year 2023
In 2023, each employee is allowed to take any 2 holidays of their choice from the list below. To do this, employees must request permission in writing beforehand. Generally, their superior officer, who can grant casual leave, will approve this request. However, in urgent government work situations, the employee may need to be present, and in such cases, leave might not be granted.
| Makar Sankranti |
January 14 |
Sunday |
| Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday |
January 17 |
Wednesday |
| Hazarat Ali’s Birthday |
January 25 |
Thursday |
| "Sri Panchami |
Basant Panchami" |
February 14 |
Wednesday |
| Birthday of Swami Dayananda Saraswati |
March 6 |
Wednesday |
| Maha Shivratri |
March 8 |
Friday |
| Holika Dahan |
March 24 |
Sunday |
| Dolyatra |
March 25 |
Monday |
| Easter Monday |
April 1 |
Monday |
| Jamat Ul Vida |
April 5 |
Friday |
| Chaitra Sukladi/Gudi Padava/ Ugadt/ Cheti Chand |
April 9 |
Tuesday |
| Vaisakhi/ Vishnu |
April 13 |
Saturday |
| Meshadi (Tamil New Year’s Day)/Vaisakhadi(Bengal)/Bahag Bihu (Assam) |
April 14 |
Sunday |
| Birthday of Guru Rabindranath Tagore |
May 8 |
Wednesday |
| Rath Yatra |
July 7 |
Sunday |
| Raksha Bandhan |
August 19 |
Monday |
| Ganesh Chaturthi/ Vinayaka Chaturthi |
September 7 |
Saturday |
| Dussehra (Saptami) |
October 10 |
Thursday |
| Dussehra (Mahashtami)/ Dusherra (Mahanavmi) |
October 11 |
Friday |
| Maharishi Valmiki’s Birthday |
October 17 |
Thursday |
| Karaka Chaturthi (Karwa Chouth) |
October 20 |
Sunday |
| Naraka Chaturdasi |
October 31 |
Thursday |
| Govardhan Puja |
November 2 |
Saturday |
| Bhai Duj |
November 3 |
Sunday |
| Guru Teg Bahadur’s Birthday/Martyrdom Day |
November 24 |
Sunday |
Also Read: Nagaland Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024
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Also Read: West Bengal Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024
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