Holiday List of Chandigarh Govt 2024
In Chandigarh, all central and UT government offices are generally closed on all public holidays. Government of Chandigarh has published the list of holidays for the year 2024. The list contains a total of 17 holidays including national and regional holidays. Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti and Christmas Day are some of the major holidays. In addition, there are many regional holidays such as Holi, Ram Navami and Dussehra and all Saturdays and Sundays would also be observed as Holidays. We hope this information will help you plan your trip in advance accordingly.
| Chandigarh Government Holiday List 2024 Overview | |
| Name of Government | Government of Chandigarh |
| Topic | Chandigarh Government Holidays |
| Year | 2024 |
| Name of Issuing Authority | General Administration Department, Govt. of Chandigarh |
| Date of issue | 15.12.2023 |
| Holiday Order | PDF Format Download |
Chandigarh Govt Gazetted Holiday List 2024 | Government of Chandigarh Public Holiday List 2024
Chandigarh Administration
Home Department
Notification
Dated, the 15.12.2023
No. 6/1/1-IH(I)-2023/ 17123 It is hereby notified that the Holidays enumerated in the Schedule below shall be observed as Public Holidays in all the Public Offices under the Chandigarh Administration during the calendar year 2024
SCHEDULE-I
- All Sundays.
- All Saturdays.
| S. N | Name of the Holidays | Date | Day of the Week |
| 1. | Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Birthday | January 17, 2024 | Wednes day |
| 2. | Republic Day | January 26, 2024 | Friday |
| 3. | Maha Shivratri | March 08, 2024 | Friday |
| 4. | Holi | March 25, 2024 | Monday |
| 5. | Good Friday | March 29, 2024 | Friday |
| 6. | Id-ul-Fitr | April 11, 2024 | Thursday |
| 7. | Ram Navami | April 17, 2024 | Wednes day |
| 8. | Budha Pumima | May 23, 2024 | Thursday |
| 9. | Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) | June 17, 2024 | Monday |
| 10. | Independence Day | August 15, 2024 | Thursday |
| 11. | Janmashtami | August 26 , 2024 | Monday |
| 12. | Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday | October 02, 2024 | Wednes day |
| 13. | Dusschra | October 12, 2024 | Saturday |
| 14. | Maharishi Valmiki’s Birthday | October 17, 2024 | Thursday |
| 15. | Diwali | October 31, 2024 | Thursday |
| 16. | Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji Birthday | November 15, 2024 | Friday |
| 17. | Christmas | December 25, 2024 | Wednes day |
Chandigarh Govt Restricted Holiday List 2024
Besides the above holidays, each employee will also be permitted to avail himself/herself any of two (2) holidays to be chosen by him/her out of Restricted Holidays enumerated in the Schedule below during the Calendar Year 2024
SCHEDULE-II
| S. N | Name of the Holidays | Date | Day of the Week |
| 1. | Lohri | January 13, 2024 | Saturday |
| 2. | Makar Sankranti | January 14, 2024 | Sunday |
| 3. | Basant Panchami | February 14, 2024 | Wednes day |
| 4. | Guru Ravi Das Ji Birthday | February 24, 2024 | Saturday |
| 5. | Holika Dahan | March 24, 2024 | Sunday |
| 6. | Easter Sunday | March 31, 2024 | Sunday |
| 7. | Chaitra Sukhladi/ Gudi Padava/ Ugadi/ Cheti Chand | April 09, 2024 | Tuesday |
| 8. | Vaisakhi/Vishu | April 13, 2024 | Saturday |
| 9. | Mahavir Jayanti | April 21, 2024 | Sunday |
| 10. | Sant Kabir Jayanti | June 22, 2024 | Saturday |
| 11. | Muharram | July 17, 2024 | Wednes day |
| 12. | Raksha Bandhan | August 19, 2024 | Monday |
| 13. | Ganesh Chaturthi/ Vinayaka Chaturthi | September 07, 2024 | Saturday |
| 14. | Onam | September 15, 2024 | Sunday |
| 15. | Milad-un-Nabi or Id-e-Milad (Birthday of Prophet Mohammad) | September 16, 2024 | Monday |
Bank Holidays in Chandigarh 2024
It is also hereby notified that the Holidays enumerated in the Schedule below shall be observed as Public Holidays in the Union Territory of Chandigarh during the calendar year 2024 within the meaning of Section 25 of the Negotiable Instrument Act, 1881:-
SCHEDULE-III
- All Sundays
- Every 2nd & 4th Saturday Other Holidays
| S. N | Name of the Holidays | Date | Day of the Week | ||
| 1. | Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Birthday | January 17, 2024 | Wednesday | ||
| 2. | Republic Day | Januarv 26, 2024 | Friday | ||
| 3. | Maha Shivratri | March 08, 2024 | Friday | ||
| 4. | Holi | March 25, 2024 | Monday | ||
| 5. | Good Friday | March 29, 2024 | Friday | ||
| 6. | Annual Closing of Bank Accounts (Bank Holiday) | April 01, 2024 | Monday | ||
| 7. | Ram Navami | April 17, 2024 | Wednes day | ||
| 8. | Budha Pumima | May 23, 2024 | Thursday | ||
| 9. | Id ul Zuha (Bakrid) | June 17, 2024 | Monday | ||
| 10. | Independence Day | August 15, 2024 | Thursday | ||
| 11. | Janmashtami | August 26, 2024 | Monday | ||
| 12. | Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday | October 02, 2024 | Wednes day | ||
| 13. | Dussehra | October 12, 2024 | Saturday | ||
| 14. | Diwali | October 31, 2024 | Thursday | ||
| 15. | Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji Birthday | November 15, 2024 | Friday | ||
| 16. | Christmas | December 25, 2024 | Wednes day | ||
Chandigarh, dated the
12th December, 2023
Nitin Kumar Yadav, IAS,
Home Secretary,
Chandigarh Administration
These holidays are observed in central and state government offices, banks, post offices, railway departments, schools and colleges in Chandigarh.
Holiday Celebrations Can Bring You Happiness
Holidays are an essential part of our lives, providing us with the opportunity to take a break from our busy schedules and relax. They allow us to recharge our batteries, spend time with our loved ones, and explore new places. In addition to providing us with a much-needed break, holidays also have numerous other benefits. One of the most significant benefits of holidays is that they help to reduce stress levels. Taking a break from work and other responsibilities can help us to relax and unwind, reducing our stress levels and improving our overall mental health. Holidays also provide us with the opportunity to engage in activities that we enjoy, such as reading, hiking, or spending time with friends and family.
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