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  • Buddha Purnima Holiday in India; 12, May Government & Bank Holiday in these States

    12 May is Buddha Purnima Holiday in India

    Lord Buddha’s teachings are widely followed in India, and Buddha Purnima is among the widely celebrated festivals in the country. It is also declared as a public holiday in around half the states in India, along with a bank holiday. Here are the complete details of the 12 May holiday.

    Buddha Purnima Holiday in India
    Buddha Purnima Celebration

    Government Holiday in these States

    12 May was a government holiday in around 18 states of India. But after Operation Sindoor, various states on high alert have ordered the cancellation of leave and holidays in their states. Below are details of states with the Buddha Purnima holiday in India.

    DateOccasionState
    12, MayBuddha PurnimaAndaman & Nicobar, Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Odisha, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal
    12, MayJyeshtha PurnimaBihar
    12, MayRaghunath Murmu BirthdayOdisha

    This list is updated as per current Government circulars. Visit this article for any change.

    Banks closed for Buddha Purnima Holiday in India

    Banks are closed on 12 May in 16 states. Bank holidays will remain unaffected, as no notification has been issued by RBI. Banks will remain closed for Buddha Purnima Holiday in India in the following states:

    DateOccasionStates
    12, MayBuddha PurnimaAndaman & Nicobar, Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal

    However, you can use ATM, UPI, net banking, or other ways to process your transaction, as offline transactions are suspended.

    Buddha Purnima Celebrations

    Gautam Buddha’s birthday is celebrated on Full Moon day of Vaisakh. People offer prayers in temples and monasteries, meditate, and offer flowers. Bodh Gaya in Bihar state is visited by a large number of pilgrims, as it is the place where Buddha began his search for answers to human beings’ suffering, and he also found enlightenment here.

    Jyeshtha Purnima

    Buddha Purnima and Jyeshtha Purnima are on the same day, i.e., May 12 in 2025. Jyeshtha Purnima is a festival of married women celebrated by fasting and tying thread around a banyan tree for the prosperity and longevity of their husbands. Jyeshtha Purnima is celebrated as public holiday in Bihar this year.

    Conclusion

    12 May is a Public Buddha Purnima holiday in India on the occasion of Buddha Purnima in the above-given states. This day is also a government holiday in Bihar this year. Banks and schools will also remain closed for the day. For Today’s and Tomorrow’s holiday updates visit HolidayAlerts.in.

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    FAQ’s

    Buddha Purnima 2025 date and time?

    Buddha Purnima 2025 date is 12, May and starting time is May 11th, 2025, at 8:01 PM and ends on May 12th, 2025, at 10:25 PM. 

    Is it a Public Holiday on Buddha Purnima?

    Yes, it is a Public Holiday on 12, May.

    Is it a Bank Holiday on Buddha Purnima?

    Yes, it is a Bank Holiday on 12, May.

    When is Buddha Purnima 2026?

    Buddha Purnima 2025 is on 1, May.

    Where is Buddha Purnima Celebrated in India?

    Buddha Purnima is celebrated in Bodh Gaya, Bihar.

  • Holidays Canceled, Schools Closed following India Pakistan War: Know more about your State 2025

    holidays canceled amid India Pakistan war
    holidays amid India Pakistan war

    Holidays Canceled for Government Employees

    India’s retaliation on 22 April Pahalgam massacre was that India struck terrorist infrastructure. Pakistan planned an attack, which led to war between both countries. It is important to know which states cancelled holidays for government employees and whether schools will remain open or not.

    The 4 major states sharing boundaries are

    • Rajasthan, Punjab & Gujarat share boundaries with Pakistan.
    • West Bengal shares a boundary with Bangladesh.

    Punjab Holidays canceled & Schools Closed

    • Leaves of all police personnel are cancelled in the whole state by the government. Leave can be approved in special circumstances only.
    • All schools are closed in following 6 districts:-
      • Ferozepur
      • Fazilka
      • Tarn Taran
      • Gurdaspur
      • Amritsar
      • Pathankot
    • A blackout was started for 8 hours in Gurdaspur district on 8 May around 9 pm.

    Gujarat Update amid War

    • All police personal are ordered to return to their duties.

    Haryana update & Schools Closed

    • Leave of state police personnel cancelled by Haryana Government till further orders.
    • All leave and holidays of the Health Department have been cancelled, and employees are ordered to maintain headquarters.
    Delhi Holidays & Schools update

    The government of Delhi cancelled the leave of all employees till further orders for preparedness for emergency situations in India.

    Rajasthan
    • Leave of police personnel and administrative offices cancelled in borders near Pakistan.
    • Schools will remain shut in 5 bordering districts with blackouts
      • Barmer
      • Sri Ganganagar
      • Bikaner
      • Jodhpur
      • Jaisalmer

    Conclusion

    The state governments of Gujarat, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Bihar, and West Bengal have cancelled holidays for their various departments. Schools and colleges will remain in all districts near international borders of India & Pakistan.

    Visit HolidayAlerts.in for any official holiday update or for 2025, State, Bank and Stock Market Holidays. For official list visit here.

    FAQ

    Which states canceled Holidays of employees?

    Gujarat, Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, Delhi, West Bengal & Bihar canceled holidays of their employees till further orders.

    Which States closed Schools and Colleges?

    Gujarat, Punjab, Rajasthan and Delhi closed schools and colleges in major areas of their states till further orders. Read this article to know details.

    Which States will face blackouts?

    Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat will face blackouts for safety reasons.

  • Is 9 May Government Holiday in your State?: Check details here

    Is Ravindranath Tagore’s birthday a Public Holiday?

    The 3 State Governments declared a public holiday on 9 May to celebrate Guru Ravindranath Tagore’s birthday. This article covers all details about 9 may government holiday.

    9 may government holiday
    Guru Ravindranath tagore

    List of States Observing 9 May Government Holiday

    The following 3 states are observing 9 may as a Public Holiday are :-

    OccasionStates with Bank Holiday
    Birthday of Ravindra Nath TagoreDelhi, Tripura, West Bengal

    Are Government Offices and Banks closed on 9 May?

    All government offices will be closed on 9, May 2025 in Delhi, Tripura & West Bengal. If you are planning to visit a government office for any work it is advised to get it completed a day before.

    Banks will remain open in all states on this day as the next day is a holiday for 2nd Saturday.

    Bank Holiday on Ravindra Nath Tagore’s Birthday

    Banks will observe this day as a holiday on 8, May(Thursday). This will avoid 2 consecutive Bank Holidays in these states as 10, May is also a Bank Holiday for 2nd Saturday across India. So, Banks will remain open on 9 May Government Holiday.

    These states will observe Bank Holidays on 8, May:-

    OccasionStates
    Birthday of Ravindra Nath TagoreTripura, West Bengal
    Are Schools & Colleges closed on 9 May Government Holiday

    All government schools and colleges will observe it as a public holiday while private schools will remain open in most areas of Delhi, Tripura & West Bengal.

    Private Sector Holiday Rules for 9 May:-

    Private sector will not observe this as a holiday. For more details you can check your HR department on 8, May.

    Historical Background: Why is it a Government Holiday?

    9, May 2025 is a government holiday on the occasion of Guru Ravindranath’s Birthday. He was a novelist, poet, composer, & visual artist born in Calcutta on May 7, 1861. He was awarded Noble Prize for his work “Geetanjali”. His other names were Gurudev & Kabi Guru.

    Conclusion

    Guru Ravindranath’s Birthday is celebrated as Government Holiday in Delhi, Tripura & West Bengal on 9, May. It as celebrated as a Bank Holiday on 8, May in Tripura & West Bengal.

    To check daily holiday update or complete government holiday list of your state you can visit HolidayAlerts.in .

    For official holiday of you state click here.

    For any correction you can e-mail us from our contact us page.

    FAQ’S

    Ravindranath Tagore Jayanti Date in 2025?

    Ravindranath Tagore’s Jayanti is on 9, May 2025.

    Is Ravindranath Tagore Jayanti School Holiday?

    No, Ravindranath Tagore Jayanti is not a school holiday.

    What is 25 Baisakh 2025 English Date?

    25 Baisakh 2025 in English calendar is on 8, May

    Is Ravindranath Tagore Jayanti a Government Holiday?

    Yes, it is a Government Holiday on 9, May in Delhi, Tripura & West Bengal

    Where can I get Government Holiday complete list?

    You can get complete holiday list of 2025 on HolidayAlerts.in .

    Is Ravindranath Tagore Birthday a Bank Holiday?

    Yes, 8 May is a Bank Holiday in Tripura & West Bengal on the occasion of Ravindranath Tagore’s Birthday.

  • Holiday Alert!! May 2025 Government Holidays: Complete List and Significance

    This month is packed with several holidays, offering government employees and office workers relaxing and celebration period. If you are planning for a break, knowing May 2025 official Government Holidays will help you organise your schedule in a better way. There are total 9 State Government Holidays in India varying from state to state.

    may 2025 government holiday

    May 2025 Government Holidays

    1 May 2025

    1st May is celebrated as May Day or Labour day in many states and as Maharashtra Din in Maharashtra state. This table covers States with Holidays along with occasions:-

    OccasionState
    May Day / Labour DayAndhra Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Goa, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Manipur, Puducherry, Punjab, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal
    Maharashtra DinMaharashtra
    • This day is celebrated as International Workers Day as honouring contribution of workers and labour movement.
    • On this day Maharashtra State was formed in 1960 after the Samyukta Maharashtra Movement, 1950 led by leaders like S M Joshi, P K Atre, Senapati Bapat.

    6 May 2025

    It is a government holiday in Bihar, while all other states declared this occasion as a Government Holiday on 12 May for Buddha Purnima.

    OccasionState
    Buddha PurnimaBihar

    9 May 2025

    This day is celebrated as Birthday of Guru Ravindranath Tagore. He was a Bengali Poet, writer , composer and artist. He was founder of Vishva Bharti University and his work like Gora and The Home are timeless.

    OccasionStates
    Ravindranath Tagore’s BirthdayDelhi, Tripura, West Bengal

    12 May

    On 12 May this year it is a May 2025 government holiday for celebration of Buddha Purnima. There will a government holiday in these states:-

    OccasionState
    Buddha PurnimaAndaman and Nicobar, Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Odisha, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal
    Jyestha PurnimaBihar
    Raghunath Murmu BirthdayOdisha
    • Gautam Buddha was born on Buddha Purnima and this day is celebrated as a day of peace. Devotees meditate, pray and light lamps.
    • Jyestha Purnima is a significant full moon day. This day is celebrated as the ceremonial bathing of Lord Jagannath in sacred waters. Devotees observe fasting, charity, and holy dips in Ganga for spiritual purification.
    • Raghunath Murmu was a Indian writer and educator for Santali language. He was born in Odisha and was creator of Ol Chiki script.

    16 May

    This day is celebrated as State day in Sikkim. On this day in 1975, Sikkim became 22nd State of India officially. Monarchy was also abolished in Sikkim on 16 May.

    OccasionState
    State DaySikkim

    26 May

    This day is celebrated as Kazi Nazrul Islam’s birthday. He is a National poet of Bangladesh, lyricist and musician.

    OccasionState
    Birthday of Kazi Nazrul IslamTripura

    27 May

    OccasionState
    Sabitri AmavasyaOdisha

    It is a day celebrated by all married women in Odisha by fasting for protection of their husband. It is celebrated on Amavasya.

    29 May

    On 29 May there is a government holiday in many states in India on the occasion on Maharana Pratap’s birthday. He a one of Greatest Indian ruler in history.

    OccasionState
    Mahrana Pratap JayantiHaryana, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan

    30 May

    Martyrdom day of Shri Guru Arjun Dev Ji is on 30 May, 2025. He was first martyr of Sikh faith assassinated by Mughals.

    OccasionState
    Martyrdom day of Shri Guru Arjun Dev JiPunjab

    Conclusion

    There are Government Holidays on 1, 6, 9 , 12, 16, 26, 27, 29, 30 May. You can bookmark this article and use it as a reference for Government Holiday in May for your State. You can visit Holidayalerts.in for daily updated Government and Bank Holiday section. We update our homepage for Today’s & Tomorrow’s Holiday. For your state’s official calendar visit here.

    Did we miss any Holiday. Let us know from our contact page.

    FAQ’S

    Is it a Government Holiday on 6 May 2025?

    Yes, it is a Government Holiday on 6 May on the occasion of Buddha Purnima.

    Is it a Government Holiday on 9 May 2025?

    Yes, it is a Government Holiday on 9 May on the occasion of Guru Ravindranath’s Birthday in Delhi, Tripura, West Bengal.

    Is it a Government Holiday on 12 May 2025?

    Yes, it is a Government Holiday on 12 May on the occasion of Buddha Purnima and Jyestha Purnima. Read this to know if It is a Holiday in your State.

    Is it a Government Holiday on 16 May 2025?

    Yes, it is a Government Holiday on 16 May on the occasion of State day in Sikkim, India.

    Is it a Government Holiday on 26 May 2025?

    Yes, it is a Government Holiday on 26 May on the occasion of Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam.

    Is it a Government Holiday on 27 May 2025?

    Yes, it is a Government Holiday on 27 May in Odisha on the occasion of Sabitri Amavasya.

    Is it a Government Holiday on 29 May 2025?

    Yes, it is a Government Holiday on 29 May on the occasion of Maharana Pratap Jayanti.

    When is Maharana Pratap Jayanti in 2025?

    Maharana Pratap Jayanti is on 29, May 2025.

    Is it a Government Holiday on 30 May 2025?

    Yes, it is a Government Holiday on 30 May in Punjab on the occasion of Martyrdom day of Shri Guru Arjun Dev Ji.

    When is Buddha Purnima in 2025?

    Buddha Purnima 2025 is on 12 May.

  • Holiday Alert!! 1st May Holiday: A Government Holiday and Bank Holiday on Labour Day, Closures in 2025

    1st may GOVERNMENT holiday,

    1st May is celebrated globally as International Labor Day, honouring the contributions of the labor movement. This day is marked as a holiday and in many states of India

    Is 1st May a government holiday?

    Yes, 1st May is a holiday in these states :

    May Day

    • Andhra Pradesh
    • Assam
    • Goa
    • Jharkhand
    • Karnataka
    • Kerala
    • Manipur
    • Puducherry
    • Punjab
    • Tamil Nadu
    • West Bengal

    Labor Day

    • Bihar
    • Dadra and Nagar Haveli

    Maharashtra Day

    • Maharashtra

    Is 1st May a bank holiday?

    Yes, 1st May is a holiday in bank branches of these states:

    May Day

    • Assam
    • Bihar
    • Goa
    • Karnataka
    • Kerala
    • Maharashtra
    • Manipur
    • Puducherry
    • Tamil Nadu
    • Telangana
    • Tripura
    • West Bengal

    Significance of 1st May

    May Day or Labor Day

    1st May is celebrated worldwide as International Workers’ Day, honoring laborers and the labor movement. Many states in India observe it as a government holiday, with government offices and banks closed.

    Maharashtra Day

    It marks the division of Bombay State into Maharashtra and Gujarat. Cultural events, parades, and speeches highlight the 1st of May.

    Conclusion

    If you are residing in a state where May Day is a public holiday, remember to complete government office-related work and financial transactions in advance.

    “Plan a Month Ahead’ by visiting our daily holidays update website, HolidayAlerts.in.

  • Is It a Holiday Today in India 2025?

    is it a holiday today

    India has so many festivals, local holidays, and observances. Knowing if it is a holiday today or not is helpful for planning a day off, for bank visits, for scheduling meetings, or for your curiosity. Click here to know Is It a Holiday Today in India?

    How to Check Is it a holiday today?

    National Public Holidays

    India has 3 national holidays; these days are holidays all across the country.

    • Republic Day on 26 Jan
    • Independence Day on Aug 15
    • Gandhi Jayanti on 2 Oct

    Bank Holidays

    Bank holidays in India are as per instructions from RBI (Reserve Bank of India). The RBI holidays list includes all national and regional holidays. The 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month are also declared as official holidays for banks in India. To know is It a holiday today in India? or not, you can visit at https://holidayalerts.in/banks or check the official RBI calendar for the current year.

    State Holidays

    State holidays are decided by state governments based on their local festivals and observances of state.

    Pongal-Celebrated in the month of January in Tamil Nadu State

    Onam-Celebrated in the month of August or September in Kerala State

    Bihu-Celebrated in the month of April in Assam State

    For holidays of a specific state, check the local government holidays calendar .

    Restricted Holidays

    Many state governments allow their employees to choose from a list of holidays for festivals like Eid, Christmas, Dussehra, etc.

    Stock Market Holidays

    There are 6 major stock exchanges in India. Holidays in Stock Market in India vary in different exchanges based on occasion and session. You can check here Stock Market Trading Holidays of your exchange.

    How to Find Out if Today is a Holiday

    Check the online calendar at https://holidayalerts.in for the complete year.

    Check your state’s official calendar at the National Portal of India .

    Or you can ask your HR department for company-specific holidays

    Conclusion

    India has a mix of bank, national, regional, and state specific holidays. A working day in a state can be a holiday in another. To avoid this confusion, you can verify your holiday from https://holidayalerts.in .

  • Government Holidays In India 2025: Complete List, Bank Holidays & State Wise Dates

    Government Holidays In India 2025: Full List, Bank Holidays & State Wise Dates

    Introduction

    Government Holidays are also known as Public Holidays is a day designated by the government on which most businesses, schools and government offices are closed to celebrate a significant cultural, religious, historical or national event. For all Government Holidays In India 2025 click here.

    Why is it Important to know Government Holidays?

    It is important to know government holidays for several reasons. Some key benefits of knowing a government or public holiday are:-

    • Personal planning and work life balance
    • Financial planning as banks are non operational
    • Cultural and National significance of a day
    • Increased demand of travel and logistic services

    There are 3 main type of holidays in Government Holidays In India 2025 i.e National, State, Restricted Holidays.

    Type of Government Holidays in India

    National Holidays

    These are mandatory nationwide Government Holidays In India 2025 holidays across all over country. Eg. Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti

    State Holidays

    Government Holidays In India 2025 are the holidays specific to a state declared on basis of social and cultural beliefs of its residing population. State holidays vary from state to state E.g. Onam in Kerala, Pongal in Tamil Nadu, Haryana Day in Haryana.

    Restricted Holidays

    These are the optional holidays where a government employee can choose a limited number of holidays. Restricted holidays vary from state to state. Examples of restricted holidays are Christmas, Guru Nanak Jayanti etc.

    Complete List of Government Holidays in India 2025

    National Holidays

    DateHoliday
    26 JanRepublic Day
    15 AugIndependence Day
    2 OctGandhi Jayanti

    Click here for complete list of government holiday in India 2025 holidays in India .

    State Wise Holidays

    State government can decide it’s own holidays in addition to National Holidays. To check government holidays of your state click here . HolidaysAlerts.in provides daily Update of holidays.

    Bank Holidays

    The Reserve Bank of India Decides bank Government Holidays In India 2025. You can check list of Holidays by Reserve Bank of India here. 1st April is a mandatory holiday for Banks all over India for official closure of accounts while 2nd and 4th saturday of every month is also a holiday for Banks.

    You can visit here for all list of all Bank Holidays in 2025.

    School Holidays

    Significance of Key Holidays

    Diwali signifies victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Eid marks end of Ramadan and celebrates faith, unity and gratitude. Christmas celebrates Jesus Birth and symbolise love, joy and peace. India is a country with a diverse cultural heritage. So there are may Government Holidays in India varying from state to state. You can check Government Holidays In India 2025 for updates on official holidays.

    How Government Holidays are Decided?

    The decision regarding public holidays are guided by various acts. Most important Acts and guidelines regarding Government Holidays In India 2025 are The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, The National and Festival Holidays Act, 1963, The Weekly Holidays Act, 1942, The Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946 ,The Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, The Companies Act, 2013. Government of India provides Holidays list under Negotiable act to all States of India.

    Impact of holidays

    Banks, offices and schools remain closed on Government Holidays In India 2025 public transport may vary according to the occasion of holiday. Celebration hotspots can be over crowded based on occasion.

    Conclusion

    Government holiday in India 2025 list is important as you can plan your time in advance. You can also complete your financial transactions and government office related work ahead of time.

    Additional Resources

    Holiday Calender Indian Government

    Negotiable Instruments Act

    FAQ’S on Government Holidays in India

    How many National Holidays are there in India?

    Three (Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti)

    Are private companies bound to give all government holidays?

    No, they follow their own policies but usually grant major holidays.

    Where can I check the official holiday list?

    https://www.india.gov.in/state-and-ut-holiday-calendar

    Which website provides daily updates about State, Bank and Government Holidays?

    HolidaysAlerts.in provides daily updates of State and Bank Holidays in India on their homepage. You can Access complete list of State Holidays, Bank Holidays and Stock Market Trading Holidays from this website.