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India (Bihar) : public and bank holidays, closure of banks, stock exchanges, school vacations
India (Bihar) : complete schedule of public and bank holidays, closure of banks and stock exchanges, school vacations, trade fairs, cultural and sporting events, festivals, carnivals, election during the next 3 months
No alcohol served in shops, restaurants during most holidays
The nature of holidays in India appeals to culture, national values and religion
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| Date | Name | Kind | More |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday september 30, 2024 | Banks Inventory Day | Banks only |  |
| Wednesday october 2, 2024 | Mahatma Gandhi Birth Anniversary | Secular holiday | |
| Saturday october 12, 2024 | Mahanavami/Ayudha Puja | Hinduism | |
| Saturday october 12, 2024 | Vijaya Dashami (Dasera) | Hinduism | |
| Wednesday october 16, 2024 | Mid-term holiday (end) | School holidays | |
| Friday november 1, 2024 | Deepavali/Dipabali | Hinduism | |
| Sunday november 3, 2024 | Bhaiyyadhooj | Hinduism | |
| Tuesday november 5, 2024 | Cattle Fair | Events, celebrations... | |
| Wednesday november 6, 2024 | Mid-term holiday (beginning) | School holidays | |
| Thursday november 7, 2024 | Chhath | Hinduism | |
| Friday november 8, 2024 | Chhath | Hinduism | |
| Monday november 11, 2024 | Mid-term holiday (beginning) | School holidays | |
| Sunday november 24, 2024 | Mid-term holiday (end) | School holidays | |
| Wednesday december 25, 2024 | Christmas holiday (beginning) | School holidays | |
| Wednesday december 25, 2024 | Christmas Day | Catholic or protestant | |
Banks Inventory Day
-Monday september 30, 2024
Banks only :
Mahatma Gandhi Birth Anniversary
-Wednesday october 2, 2024
Secular holiday : He is the man who played a significant role in achiveing independence for India from the British Empire with his simplicity and strong will power. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, also known as 'Bapu' or 'Father of the nation', was born on the 2nd of October in 1869, in Porbunder, Gujarat. He studied law in U.K and practiced law in South Africa. But he left his profession and returned to India to join the Indian freedom struggle. Gandhiji was a preacher of truth and 'Ahimsa'(non-violence). He started the 'Satyagraha' movement for the Indian freedom struggle. He believed in living a simple life and in 'Swadeshi'. He proved to the world that freedom can be achieved through the path of non-violence. Gandhiji is a symbol of peace and truth. www.indiaa2z.com
Mahanavami/Ayudha Puja
-Saturday october 12, 2024
Hinduism : An integral part of the Dasara festival (festival of triumph), a Hindu festival. It is also called Astra Puja . In simple terms, it means Worship of Implements.
Vijaya Dashami (Dasera)
-Saturday october 12, 2024
Hinduism : The victory of Durga on evil forces, the destruction of Vasanas (subjectivity, selfishness, desires...) and the achievement of the deepest Self.
Dominance of Saraswati (pure science) over Lakshmi (applied science)
Mid-term holiday (end)
-Wednesday october 16, 2024
School holidays :
Deepavali/Dipabali
-Friday november 1, 2024
Hinduism : The Light festival starts with festivities. The week celebrates 1.Dhanteras, 2.Kali Chaudas, 3.Deepavali, 4.Navu-Varsha (new year), 5.Bhai-beej. The Vai cast is mainly concerned. May last several days
Bhaiyyadhooj
-Sunday november 3, 2024
Hinduism : Chitragupta ('rich in secrets' or 'hidden picture') is a Hindu god assigned with the task of keeping complete records of actions of human beings on the earth. He is god of justice. Upon their death, Chitragupta has the task of deciding heaven or the hell for the humans, depending on their actions on the earth. Chitragupta Maharaj (Chitragupta is the patron deity of Kayasthas, a Hindu caste of India and Nepal. [Wikipedia]
Cattle Fair
-Tuesday november 5, 2024
Culture : Last 1 month in Sonepur (near Patna)
Mid-term holiday (beginning)
-Wednesday november 6, 2024
School holidays :
Chhath
-Thursday november 7, 2024
Hinduism : Dedicated to the Hindu Sun God, Surya, also known as Surya Shashti
Chhath
-Friday november 8, 2024
Hinduism : Dedicated to the Hindu Sun God, Surya, also known as Surya Shashti
Mid-term holiday (beginning)
-Monday november 11, 2024
School holidays :
Mid-term holiday (end)
-Sunday november 24, 2024
School holidays :
Christmas holiday (beginning)
-Wednesday december 25, 2024
School holidays :
Christmas Day
-Wednesday december 25, 2024
Catholic or protestant : Since pre-historic times in Europe, festivities (bonfires, offrerings) were marking the beginning of longer hours of daylight with fires and ritual. The Roman festival of Saturnalia lasted several days in December (gambling and offerings). Germanic tribes also celebrated mid-winter (drinking and rituals). The Bulgarian (with Koleduvane) and the Polish (with Gwiazdka) perpetuate this tradition. Jesus of Nazareth was probably born in springtime (Reformists favour autumn). But in the 4th century, December 25th was chosen for the celebration of his birth by Pope Julius I (Bishop Liberus is also mentioned in 354 A.D.). Thus, a Christian element was introduced in the long-established mid-winter festivals. Before 1582, the Papal States and other Italian city states celebrated New Years Day on Christmas Day.
