Holidays in 2025: Month-by-Month List of Key Dates and Festivals
As the new year draws near, many of us are eager to plan how we will spend our holidays. Whether it's taking a much-needed break, visiting new places, or simply relaxing with family, holidays offer moments of joy and renewal. In India, the holiday calendar for 2025 is filled with a variety of national holidays, regional celebrations, and extended weekends. These holidays not only provide breaks from our regular routines but also reflect India's rich cultural and religious diversity.
India, known for its vast array of cultures and traditions, celebrates numerous festivals and events throughout the year, making its holiday list both rich and diverse. From Independence Day, a celebration of national freedom, to Diwali, the festival of lights, each holiday has its own special meaning. Whether solemn events like Gandhi Jayanti or joyous ones like Holi, these holidays provide opportunities to reflect, celebrate, and create lasting memories.
This guide offers a comprehensive overview of India's holidays for 2025, covering national and regional holidays along with their cultural significance. Whether you're planning a spiritual retreat, a family gathering, or simply some personal time off, this list will help you plan effectively.
2025 Holiday List
| Date | Holiday Name | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan (Wed) | New Year's Day | Restricted Holiday |
| 6 Jan (Mon) | Guru Govind Singh Jayanti | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Jan (Tue) | Pongal | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Jan (Tue) | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Jan (Tue) | Hazarat Ali's Birthday | Restricted Holiday |
| 26 Jan (Sun) | Republic Day | Gazetted Holiday |
| 2 Feb (Sun) | Vasant Panchami | Restricted Holiday |
| 12 Feb (Wed) | Guru Ravidas Jayanti | Restricted Holiday |
| 19 Feb (Wed) | Shivaji Jayanti | Restricted Holiday |
| 26 Feb (Wed) | Maha Shivaratri/Shivaratri | Gazetted Holiday |
| 13 Mar (Thu) | Holika Dahana | Restricted Holiday |
| 14 Mar (Fri) | Holi | Gazetted Holiday |
| 14 Mar (Fri) | Dolyatra | Restricted Holiday |
| 28 Mar (Fri) | Jamat Ul-Vida (Tentative Date) | Restricted Holiday |
| 30 Mar (Sun) | Chaitra Sukhladi | Restricted Holiday |
| 30 Mar (Sun) | Ugadi | Restricted Holiday |
| 30 Mar (Sun) | Gudi Padwa | Restricted Holiday |
| 31 Mar (Mon) | Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitr (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 6 Apr (Sun) | Rama Navami | Restricted Holiday |
| 10 Apr (Thu) | Mahavir Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
| 18 Apr (Fri) | Good Friday | Gazetted Holiday |
| 12 May (Mon) | Buddha Purnima/Vesak | Gazetted Holiday |
| 7 Jun (Sat) | Bakrid/Eid ul-Adha (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 6 Jul (Sun) | Muharram/Ashura (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 9 Aug (Sat) | Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi) | Restricted Holiday |
| 15 Aug (Fri) | Independence Day | Gazetted Holiday |
| 15 Aug (Fri) | Janmashtami (Smarta) | Restricted Holiday |
| 15 Aug (Fri) | Parsi New Year | Restricted Holiday |
| 16 Aug (Sat) | Janmashtami | Gazetted Holiday |
| 27 Aug (Wed) | Ganesh Chaturthi/Vinayaka Chaturthi | Restricted Holiday |
| 5 Sep (Fri) | Milad un-Nabi/Id-e-Milad (Tentative Date) | Gazetted Holiday |
| 5 Sep (Fri) | Onam | Restricted Holiday |
| 29 Sep (Mon) | Maha Saptami | Restricted Holiday |
| 30 Sep (Tue) | Maha Ashtami | Restricted Holiday |
| 1 Oct (Wed) | Maha Navami | Restricted Holiday |
| 2 Oct (Thu) | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
| 2 Oct (Thu) | Dussehra | Gazetted Holiday |
| 7 Oct (Tue) | Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti | Restricted Holiday |
| 10 Oct (Fri) | Karaka Chaturthi (Karva Chauth) | Restricted Holiday |
| 20 Oct (Mon) | Naraka Chaturdasi | Restricted Holiday |
| 20 Oct (Mon) | Diwali/Deepavali | Gazetted Holiday |
| 22 Oct (Wed) | Govardhan Puja | Restricted Holiday |
| 23 Oct (Thu) | Bhai Duj | Restricted Holiday |
| 28 Oct (Tue) | Chhat Puja (Pratihar Sashthi/Surya Sashthi) | Restricted Holiday |
| 5 Nov (Wed) | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Gazetted Holiday |
| 24 Nov (Mon) | Guru Tegh Bahadur's Martyrdom Day | Restricted Holiday |
| 24 Dec (Wed) | Christmas Eve | Restricted Holiday |
| 25 Dec (Thu) | Christmas | Gazetted Holiday |
This list of holidays for 2025 is your ideal reference to plan vacations, celebrations, and personal time.
Disclaimer: This content has been sourced and edited from jagranjosh. While we have made modifications for clarity and presentation.
