Government & Bank Holidays in Odisha in 2024

bank and government holidays in odisha in 2024

Odisha is a land of rich culture and traditions, and the state celebrates many holidays throughout the year. From the vibrant Holi and Diwali to the serene Buddha Purnima and Ratha Yatra, each holiday in Odisha reflects the state's diverse cultural heritage.

So, keep scrolling to learn more about the list of government & bank holidays in Odisha in 2024.

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List of Government Holidays
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Important Dates and Festivals
Frequently Asked Questions

List of Government Holidays in Odisha in 2024

Government holidays play an essential role in public life by allowing people, regardless of their caste, creed, or religion, to get together and celebrate a particular cause. They also provide a much-needed break in the humdrum of daily life, allowing people to rejuvenate and spend time with their families.

In Odisha, public holidays are similar to those in other parts of the country. However, some cultural and regional holidays tend to differ.

Following is the list of government holidays in Odisha in 2024:

Date	Day	Holiday
17th January	Wednesday	Guru Gibing Singh Jayanti
23rd January	Tuesday	Subash Chandra Bose Jayanti / Vir Surendra Sai Jayanti
26th January	Friday	Republic Day
14th February	Wednesday	Saraswati Puja / Basanta Panchami
5th March	Tuesday	Panchayati Raj Divas
8th March	Friday	Maha Shivaratri
25th March	Monday	Dola Purnima
26th March	Tuesday	Holi
29th March	Friday	Good Friday
1st April	Monday	Utkal Divas
11th April	Thursday	Id-ul-Fitr
14th April	Sunday	Maha Vishuva Sankranti / Dr.B.R Ambedkar Jayanti
17th April	Wednesday	Ram Navami
23rd May	Thursday	Buddha Purnima / Birthday of Pandit Raghunath Murmu
6th June	Thursday	Sabitri Amabasya
14th June	Friday	Pahili Raja
15th June	Saturday	Raja Sankranti
17th June	Monday	ID-ul-Zuha
7th July	Sunday	Ratha Yatra
17th July	Wednesday	Muharram
15th August	Thursday	Independence Day
19th August	Monday	Jhulana Purnima
26th August	Monday	Janmashtami
7th September	Saturday	Ganesh Puja
8th September	Sunday	Nuakhai
16th September	Monday	Birth of Prophet Muhammad
2nd October	Wednesday	Gandhi Jayanti / Mahalaya
10th October	Thursday	Mahasaptami
11th October	Friday	Mahastami
12th October	Saturday	Mahanabami
13th October	Sunday	Vijayadashami
16th October	Wednesday	Kumar Purnima
31st October	Thursday	Diwali / Kalipuja
15th November	Friday	Rasa Purnima / Kartik Purnima
25th December	Wednesday	Christmas

List of Bank Holidays in Odisha in 2024

Bank holidays are days when all physical branches of banks and other financial services institutions remain closed. You can go for online banking services, but the processing time of some financial transactions may get delayed.

The list of bank holidays in Odisha is the same as the rest of India, but a few regional and cultural holidays may differ.

Check out the list of bank holidays in Odisha in 2024 below:

Date	Day	Holiday
13th January	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
26th January	Friday	Republic Day
27th January	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
10th February	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th February	Wednesday	Saraswati Puja / Basanta Panchami
24th February	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
8th March	Friday	Maha Shivaratri
9th March	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
23rd March	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
25th March	Monday	Dola Purnima
26th March	Tuesday	Holi
29th March	Friday	Good Friday
1st April	Monday	Utkal Divas
11th April	Thursday	Id-ul-Fitr
13th April	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th April	Sunday	Maha Vishuva Sankranti / Dr.B.R Ambedkar Jayanti
17th April	Wednesday	Ram Navami
27th April	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
11th May	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
25th May	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
6th June	Thursday	Sabitri Amabasya
8th June	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th June	Friday	Pahili Raja
15th June	Saturday	Raja Sankranti
17th June	Monday	ID-ul-Zuha
22nd June	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
7th July	Sunday	Ratha Yatra
13th July	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
27th July	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
10th August	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
15th August	Thursday	Independence Day
19th August	Monday	Jhulana Purnima
24th August	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
26th August	Monday	Janmashtami
7th September	Saturday	Ganesh Puja
8th September	Sunday	Nuakhai
14th September	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
16th September	Monday	Birth of Prophet Muhammad
28th September	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
2nd October	Wednesday	Gandhi Jayanti/Mahalaya
10th October	Thursday	Mahasaptami
11th October	Friday	Mahastami
12th October	Saturday	Mahanabami
12th October	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
13th October	Sunday	Vijayadashami
16th October	Wednesday	Kumar Purnima
26th October	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
31st October	Thursday	Diwali/Kalipuja
9th November	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
15th November	Friday	Rasa Purnima/Kartik Purnima
23rd November	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
14th December	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
25th December	Wednesday	Christmas
28th December	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday

*Please note that the date and day may vary.

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List of Important Dates & Festivals in Odisha in 2024

Odisha celebrates various festivals that reflect its culture, history, religion, and age-old traditions. People from all over the state gather with their friends and family to participate in the merrymaking.

Here are some of the important festivals in Odisha in 2024, along with their dates:

Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti (17th January): This festival commemorates the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh, the 10th and final Sikh Guru.
Sai Jayanti (23rd January): Sai Jayanti celebrates the birth anniversary of Sai Baba.
Saraswati Puja / Basanta Panchami (14th February): This festival honours Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, wisdom, learning, and arts.
Holi (26th March): Holi commemorates the eternal love between Radha and Lord Krishna and celebrates the victory of good over evil.
Utkal Divas (1st April): Utkal Divas celebrates the formation of the state of Odisha.
Pahili Raja (14th June): This festival celebrates Mother Earth’s feminine energy.
Ratha Yatra (7th July): Rath Yatra celebrates Lord Jagannath's and his siblings' journey to their aunt’s home.
Muharram (17th July): Muharram is a festival honouring the death of Hussein Ibn Ali, Prophet Muhammad's grandson, and marks the start of the Islamic New Year.
Jhulana Purnima (19th August): This festival honours the love of Radha and Lord Krishna.
Janmashtami (26th August): Janmashtami is a festival celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna.
Ganesh Puja (7th September): Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha.
Nuakhai (8th September): Nuakhai is a festival celebrating the new rice harvest.
Kumar Purnima (16th October): Kumar Purnima celebrates the birth of Lord Kartikeya and marks the beginning of the month of Kartika.
Diwali/Kali Puja (31st October): Diwali commemorates the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya.
Rasa Purnima/Kartik Purnima (15th November): Rasa Purnima commemorates Lord Krishna's divine dance with the Gopis.

You now have a clear idea of the complete list of government and bank holidays in Odisha in 2024. Please remember to take note of them while planning a vacation or any personal or professional appointments to avoid last-minute cancellations.

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FAQs about Government and Bank Holidays in Odisha

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Is Mahalaya a government holiday in Odisha?

Yes, Mahalaya is usually a government holiday in most states, including Odisha.

Is Saraswati Puja a bank holiday in Odisha?

Banks in Odisha remain closed on Saraswati Puja/Basanta Panchami. However, this is not the case in every Indian state.

Is Christmas a bank holiday in Odisha?

Yes, like most other states in India, Christmas is a bank holiday in Odisha.

How many bank holidays will Odisha get in 2024?

Odisha will get a total of 53 bank holidays in 2024.

Is Muharram a public holiday in Odisha?

Yes, Muharram is a public holiday in Odisha.