Tamil Nadu Official Govt. Holidays List for 2024: Tamil Nadu, known for its classical arts and ancient temples, announces its official government holidays for 2024. Join us in exploring the vibrant festive calendar, where religious ceremonies, traditional events, and modern celebrations coexist harmoniously. Each holiday in this series reflects the cultural and spiritual richness that defines Tamil Nadu's identity.
| 1 |
New Year's Day |
01.01.2024 |
Monday |
Celebrates the beginning of the new year with joy and festivities. |
| 2 |
Pongal |
15.01.2024 |
Monday |
"Marks the harvest festival |
symbolizing prosperity and abundance." |
| 3 |
Thiruvalluvar Day |
16.01.2024 |
Tuesday |
Honors the Tamil poet and philosopher Thiruvalluvar. |
| 4 |
Uzhavar Thirunal |
17.01.2024 |
Wednesday |
Celebrates farmers and agriculture in Tamil Nadu. |
| 5 |
Thai Poosam |
25.01.2024 |
Thursday |
"A festival dedicated to Lord Muruga |
marked by processions and devotion." |
| 6 |
Republic Day |
26.01.2024 |
Friday |
Commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution. |
| 7 |
Good Friday |
29.03.2024 |
Friday |
Observes the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. |
| 8 |
*Annual closing of Accounts |
01.04.2024 |
Monday |
Closure for commercial and co-operative banks for annual accounts. |
| 9 |
Telugu New Year's Day |
09.04.2024 |
Tuesday |
Celebrates the Telugu New Year with cultural significance. |
| 10 |
Ramzan (Idu'I Fitr) |
11.04.2024 |
Thursday |
Marks the end of Ramadan with prayers and festive meals. |
| 11 |
Tamil New Year's Day / Dr. B.R.Ambedkar's Birthday |
14.04.2024 |
Sunday |
Celebrates the Tamil New Year and honors Dr. B.R.Ambedkar. |
| 12 |
Mahaveer Jayanthi |
21.04.2024 |
Sunday |
Observes the birth of Lord Mahavir in Jainism. |
| 13 |
May Day |
01.05.2024 |
Wednesday |
Recognizes the contributions of workers globally. |
| 14 |
Bakrid (Idul Azha) |
17.06.2024 |
Monday |
Celebrates the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim. |
| 15 |
Muharram |
17.07.2024 |
Wednesday |
Marks the Islamic New Year and commemorates historical events. |
| 16 |
Independence Day |
15.08.2024 |
Thursday |
Celebrates India's independence from British rule. |
| 17 |
Krishna Jayanthi |
26.08.2024 |
Monday |
Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. |
| 18 |
Vinayakar Chathurthi |
07.09.2024 |
Saturday |
Honors Lord Ganesha with prayers and festive rituals. |
| 19 |
Milad-un-Nabi |
16.09.2024 |
Monday |
Celebrates the birth of Prophet Muhammad. |
| 20 |
Gandhi Jayanthi |
02.10.2024 |
Wednesday |
Honors Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary. |
| 21 |
Ayutha Pooja |
11.10.2024 |
Friday |
"Worship of weapons and tools |
part of Navaratri celebrations." |
| 22 |
Vijaya Dasami |
12.10.2024 |
Saturday |
"Marks the triumph of good over evil |
particularly in the context of Dussehra." |
| 23 |
Deepavali |
31.10.2024 |
Thursday |
"The Festival of Lights |
symbolizing the victory of light over darkness." |
| 24 |
Christmas |
25.12.2024 |
Wednesday |
Commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ with joy and festivities. |
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