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.

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:

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