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Holiday List of Delhi Govt 2024

In Delhi, all central and state government offices are generally closed on all public holidays. Government of Delhi has published the list of holidays for the year 2024. The list contains a total of 18 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 2nd and 4th Saturdays would also be observed as Holidays. We hope this information will help you plan your trip in advance accordingly.

Delhi Government Holiday List 2024 Overview
Name of GovernmentGovernment of Delhi
TopicDelhi Government Holidays
Year2024
Name of Issuing AuthorityGeneral Administration Department, Govt. of Delhi
Date of issue19.10.2023
Holiday OrderPDF Format Download

Delhi Public Holidays Calendar for the year 2024

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
(Co-Ordination Branch)

NOTIFICATION

Delhi, the 19th October, 2023

No. F. 53/627/GAD/CN/2023/2259-2305.- In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 read with the Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs Notification No. U-11030/2/73-UTL dated 28/06/1973, the Lt. Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi is pleased to declare the holidays specified in the schedule below, to be Public Holidays in the National Capital Territory of Delhi during the year 2024 (Saka Era 1945-46):-

Government of Delhi Public Holiday List 2024

S.No.HolidayDateDay
1.Republic Day26-01-2024Friday
2.Holi25-03-2024Monday
3.Good Friday29-03-2024Friday
4.Id-ul Fitr11-04-2024Thursday
5.Mahavir Jayanti24-04-2024Sunday
6.Buddha Purnima23-05-2024Thursday
7.Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid)17-06-2024Monday
8.Muharram17-07-2024Wednesday
9.Independence Day15-08-2024Thursday
10.Milad-un-Nabi or Id-e Milad
(Birthday of Prophet Mohammad)		16-09-2024Monday
11.Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday02-10-2024Wednesday
12.Dussehra12-10-2024Saturday
13.Diwali (Deepavali)31-10-2024Thursday
14.Guru Nanak’s Birthday15-11-2024Friday
15.Christmas Day25-12-2024Wednesday

Further, as per RBI Guidelines, April 01, 2024 is declared as a public holiday u/s 25 of NI Act for annual closing of bank accounts.

By Order and in the Name of the
Lt. Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi,

PRADEEP TAYAL, Dy. Secy.

GENERAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT
(Co-Ordination Branch)

NOTIFICATION

Delhi, the 19th October, 2023

No. F. 53/627/GAD/CN/2023/2023-2258.- The Lieutenant Governor of National Capital Territory of Delhi is pleased to declare that the days specified in the following schedule be observed as holidays in all Government offices under Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi during the year 2024 (Saka Era 1945-46):-

Delhi Govt Gazetted Holiday List 2024

S.No.HolidayDateDay
1.Republic Day26-01-2024Friday
2.Holi25-03-2024Monday
3.Good Friday29-03-2024Friday
4.Id-ul-Fitr11-04-2024Thursday
5.Ram Navami17-04-2024Wednes
day
6.Mahavir Jayanti21-04-2024Sunday
7.Budha Purnima23-05-2024Thursday
8.Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid)17-06-2024Monday
9.Muharram17-07-2024Wednes
day
10.Independence Day15-08-2024Thursday
11.Janmashtami (Vaishnava)26-08-2024Monday
12.Milad – un – Nabi or
Id – e – Milad (Birthday of
Prophet Muhammad)		16-09-2024Monday
13.Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday02-10-2024Wednes
day
14.Dussehra12-10-2024Saturday
15Maharishi Valmiki’s Birthday17-10-2024Thursday
16.Diwali (Deepavali)31-10-2024Thursday
17.Guru Nanak’s Birthday15-11-2024Friday
18.Christmas Day25-12-2024Wednes
day

In addition to the holidays specified in above schedule an employee is entitled to avail himself / herself any of two holidays out of the following restricted holidays during the year 2024 (Saka era 1945-46) as mentioned below:

Delhi Govt Restricted Holiday List 2024

S.NoHolidayDateDay
1New Year’s Day01-01-2024Monday
2Lohri13-01-2024Saturday
3Makar Sankranti14-01-2024Sunday
4Magha Bihu/ Pongal15-01-2024Monday
5Guru Gobind Singh’s Birthday17-01-2024Wednes
day
6Hazarat Ali’s Birthday25-01-2024Thursday
7Sri Panchami, Basant Panchami14-02-2024Wednes
day
8Shiva ji Jayanti19-02-2024Monday
9Guru Ravi Das’s Birthday24-02-2024Saturday
10Birthday of
Swami Dayananda Saraswati		06-03-2024Wednes
day
11Maha Shivratri08-03-2024Friday
12Holika dahan24-03-2024Sunday
13Dolyatra25-03-2024Monday
14Easter Sunday31-03-2024Sunday
15Jamat-Ul-Vida05-04-2024Friday
16Chaitra Sukladi / Gudi Padava/
Ugadi / Cheti Chand		09-04-2024Tuesday
17Vaisakhi / Vishu13-04-2024Saturday
18Meshadi (Tamil New Year’s Day) /
Vaisakhadi (Bengal) /
Bahag Bihu (Assam)		14-04-2024Sunday
19Birthday of Guru Rabindranath
Tagore		08-05-2024Wednes
day
20Rath Yatra07-07-2024Sunday
21Parsi New Year’s day/
Nauraj		15-08-2024Thursday
22Raksha Bandhan19-08-2024Monday
23Ganesh Chaturthi /
Vinayaka Chaturthi		07-09-2024Saturday
24Onam or Thiru Onam Day15-09-2024Sunday
25Dusshera (Saptami)10-10-2024Thursday
26Dussehra (Mahashtami) /
Dussehra (Mahanavmi)		11-10-2024Friday
27Karaka Chaturthi
(Karwa Chouth)		20-10-2024Sunday
28Naraka Chaturdasi31-10-2024Thursday
29Govardhan Puja02-11-2024Saturday
30Bhai Duj03-11-2024Sunday
31Pratihar Shashthi or
Surya Shashthi (Chhat Puja)		07-11-2024Thursday
32Guru Teg Bahadur’s
Martyrdom Day		24-11-2024Sunday
33Christmas Eve24-12-2024Tuesday

By Order and in the Name of
the Lt. Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi,
PRADEEP TAYAL, Dy. Secy.

Bank Holidays in Delhi 2024

S.No.HolidayDateDay
1.Republic Day26-01-2024Friday
2.Holi25-03-2024Monday
3.Good Friday29-03-2024Friday
4.Annual closing of
bank accounts		01-04-2024Monday
5.Id-ul-Fitr11-04-2024Thursday
6.Ram Navami17-04-2024Wednes
day
7.Mahavir Jayanti21-04-2024Sunday
8.Budha Purnima23-05-2024Thursday
9.Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid)17-06-2024Monday
10.Muharram17-07-2024Wednes
day
11.Independence Day15-08-2024Thursday
12.Janmashtami (Vaishnava)26-08-2024Monday
13.Milad – un – Nabi or
Id – e – Milad (Birthday of
Prophet Muhammad)		16-09-2024Monday
14.Mahatma Gandhi’s
Birthday		02-10-2024Wednes
day
15.Dussehra12-10-2024Saturday
16Maharishi Valmiki’s
Birthday		17-10-2024Thursday
17.Diwali (Deepavali)31-10-2024Thursday
18.Guru Nanak’s Birthday15-11-2024Friday
19.Christmas Day25-12-2024Wednes
day

These holidays are observed in central and National Capital Territory of Delhi government offices, banks, post offices, railway departments, schools and colleges in Delhi.

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.

Health Benefits of Holidays

Another benefit of holidays is that they can help to improve our physical health. Many holidays involve physical activity, such as hiking, swimming, or skiing, which can help to improve our cardiovascular health and strengthen our muscles. Additionally, holidays often involve exposure to new environments, which can help to boost our immune systems and improve our overall health. In conclusion, holidays are an essential part of our lives, providing us with numerous benefits for both our physical and mental health. Whether we choose to spend our holidays exploring new places or simply relaxing at home, taking a break from our busy schedules is essential for our overall well-being.