Indian Festivals & Holidays 2023: India’s festivals and holidays are vibrant and diverse, reflecting the country’s rich cultural tapestry. These occasions play an important role in bringing people together, fostering a spirit of solidarity and celebrating traditions that have been passed down through generations.
Whether it is Diwali, the festival of lights, or Holi, the festival of colors, these celebrations are marked by joyful music, dancing and elaborate decorations. People adorn themselves in traditional costumes, greet each other and enjoy delicious festive delicacies. Festivals like Eid, Christmas and Gurpurab are also celebrated with equal enthusiasm, demonstrating the spirit of religious harmony in India.
In addition to religious festivals, India also celebrates national holidays of historical and cultural significance. Independence Day, Republic Day and Gandhi Jayanti are celebrated across the country with flag-raising ceremonies, parades and cultural programs.
List of all important festivals and holidays of India
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Day |
Day |
Festivals/Holidays |
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January 1 |
Sunday |
New year |
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January 12 |
Thursday |
Swami Vivekananda Jayanti |
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January 14 |
Saturday |
Lohri |
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January 15 |
Sunday |
Pongal, Uttarayan, Makar Sankranti, Magh Bihu |
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January 23 |
Monday |
Subhash Chandra Bose Jayanti |
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January 26 |
Thursday |
Republic Day, Basant Panchami, Saraswati Puja |
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February 5 |
Sunday |
Guru Ravi Das Jayanti |
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March 7 |
Tuesday |
Holika Dahan |
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March 8 |
Wednesday |
Holi |
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March 12 |
Sunday |
Ranga Panchami |
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March 22 |
Wednesday |
Ugadi, Chaitra Navratri, Gudi Padwa, Cheti Chand |
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March 24 |
Friday |
Gangaur |
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April 6 |
Thursday |
Hanuman Jayanti |
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April 14 |
Friday |
Solar New Year, Baisakhi, Ambedkar Jayanti |
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April 22 |
Saturday |
Akshay Tritiya, Id-ul-Fitr |
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April 29 |
Saturday |
Sita Navami |
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May 5 |
Friday |
Buddha Purnima |
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June 20 |
Tuesday |
Jagannath Rath Yatra |
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June 29 |
Thursday |
Devshayani Ekadashi and Eid-ul-Adha |
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July 3 |
Monday |
Guru Purnima |
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August 15th |
Tuesday |
Independence Day |
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August 19 |
Saturday |
Hariyali Teej |
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August 21 |
Monday |
Nag Panchami |
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August 29 |
Tuesday |
Onam/Thiruvonam |
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August 30 |
Wednesday |
Rakshabandhan |
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September 2 |
Saturday |
Kajari Teej |
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September 5 |
Tuesday |
Teacher ‘s Day |
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September 7 |
Thursday |
Janmashtami |
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September 18 |
Monday |
Hartalika Teej |
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September 19 |
Tuesday |
Ganesh Chaturthi |
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September 28 |
Thursday |
Anant Chaturdashi/Eid-Milad-Un-Nabi |
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October 2 |
Monday |
Gandhi Jayanti & Lal Bahadur Shashtri Jayanti |
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October 15 |
Sunday |
Sharad Navratri |
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October 22 |
Sunday |
Durga Puja |
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October 23 |
Monday |
Mahanavami Puja |
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October 24 |
Tuesday |
dusshera |
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November 1 |
Wednesday |
Karwa Chauth |
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November 5 |
Sunday |
Ahoi Ashtami |
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November 10 |
Friday |
Dhanteras |
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November 12 |
Sunday |
Diwali, Narak Chaturdashi |
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November 14 |
Tuesday |
Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, Children’s Day |
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November 19 |
Sunday |
Chatth Puja |
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November 23 |
Thursday |
Devutthana Ekadashi |
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November 24 |
Friday |
Tulsi Vivah |
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November 26 |
Sunday |
DevDiwali |
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December 17 |
Sunday |
Vivah Panchami |
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December 25th |
Monday |
Christmas |
These festivals and holidays provide an opportunity for individuals to escape from everyday life, spend quality time with family and friends, and strengthen social bonds. They also serve as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and values that define Indian identity.
One of the most notable aspects of Indian festivals is their open nature. They are a testament to India’s multicultural foundation, promoting harmony, joy and a sense of belonging among its people.
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