list of Holiday Calendar 2020 For India

Holidays are one thing all of us wait for -- to get a break from the monotony and also pursue hobbies and leisure time activities.

India declares holidays on national festivals and that of various religions. The major religions practiced in India are Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism. The major festivals of all these religions are declared as holidays.

India therefore has a long list of public holidays. The most popular public holidays in India are Republic Day, India’s Independence Day and Gandhi Jayanti. In India, there are two types of holidays namely gazetted holidays and restricted holidays with the former applicable all over the country and the latter applicable in some states and regions.


Here is a list of holidays in India for 2020 to enable you plan your schedule.




Note: Holidays differ from state to state. The following list is only a general guideline. You need to consult your state holidays for more accurate planning.


Holidays and planning our life

Planning well for holidays can be very helpful so that we do not miss out on making the most of them. For example, if you go on a tour, planning well in advance can help you make the bookings in advance and avoid the last minute disappointments and delays.

Being aware of bank holidays will let you plan your financial transactions in advance.