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Government Holiday on 16 July 2025
All the government offices, schools, and post offices will remain closed on Wednesday in Uttarakhand on 16 July.
It is a government holiday on Wednesday, 16 July, in Uttarakhand state on the occasion of Harela, which is primarily the traditional festival of Uttarakhand state.
Bank Holiday on 16 July 2025
All banks will remain closed in Uttarakhand on 16 July on the occasion of Harela. It is an RBI holiday for banks of the Dehradun region.
Banks in all other states except Uttarakhand will remain open on 16 July 2025.
The next RBI holiday is on 17 July in Meghalaya on the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh.
Harela
It is a festival of colors celebrated in the following states:
- Uttarakhand
- Chhattisgarh
- Himachal Pradesh
The word “Harela” originates from “Hariyali,” and people pray for a good harvest and mark the beginning of monsoon season.
Uttarakhand is set to plant 5 lakh plants this year on 16 July 2025, and 16 July government & bank holiday in Uttarakhand.
Conclusion
Harela is a 16 July government & bank holiday in 2025 in Uttarakhand state only, while it is a normal working day for the rest of the states of India.
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FAQ’s
Is 16 July a government holiday?
Yes, 16 July is a government holiday in Uttarakhand.
Is 16 July a bank holiday?
Yes, on 16 July Government & Bank Holiday is there in Uttarakhand.
What is the occasion on 16 July in 2025?
The Harela festival will be celebrated on 16 July 2025.