Government & Bank Holidays in West Bengal in 2024

bank and government holidays in west bengal in 2024

Taking a break from the daily schedule is essential to rejuvenate your mind and soul for a fresh start. You can take a short trip with friends and family to your favourite destinations in West Bengal or other parts of the country. It will help maintain your work-life balance and refresh your mind.

Keep reading to know the list of government and bank holidays for West Bengal in 2024 and plan accordingly!

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List of Government Holidays
List of Bank Holidays
Important Dates and Festivals
Frequently Asked Questions

List of Government Holidays in West Bengal in 2024

While planning a vacation, the first thing you should do is check the list of government holidays. This helps you plan your trip accordingly without any last-minute leave cancellation hassles.

The list of government holidays in West Bengal usually follows the national holiday list in India. However, West Bengal's regional and cultural uniqueness may lead to some differences.

Given below are the details of government holidays to be observed in West Bengal in 2024:

Date	Day	Holiday
12th January	Friday	Swami Vivekananda Jayanti
23rd January	Tuesday	Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti
26th January	Friday	Republic Day
14th February	Wednesday	Vasant Panchami
25th March	Monday	Doljatra
29th March	Friday	Good Friday
10th April	Wednesday	Eid-al-Fitr
14th April	Sunday	Bengali New Year
14th April	Sunday	Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
1st May	Wednesday	May Day
8th May	Wednesday	Guru Rabindranath Jayanti
23rd May	Thursday	Buddha Purnima
17th June	Monday	Bakrid / Eid-al-Adha
15th August	Thursday	Independence Day
2nd October	Wednesday	Mahalaya
2nd October	Wednesday	Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
10th October	Thursday	Maha Saptami
11th October	Friday	Maha Ashtami
12th October	Saturday	Maha Navami
13th October	Sunday	Vijaya Dashami
17th October	Thursday	Lakshmi Puja
1st November	Friday	Diwali
15th November	Friday	Guru Nanak Jayanti
25th December	Wednesday	Christmas Day

List of Bank Holidays in West Bengal in 2024

Knowing the list of bank holidays is essential to maintain seamless financial activities. It will help plan your crucial financial transactions, as holidays can delay processing and lead to severe inconveniences.

Though the bank holidays in West Bengal is similar to the rest of India, there can be some differences due to the regional occasions and celebrations.

Here are the bank holidays to be observed in West Bengal in 2024:

Date	Day	Holiday
12th January	Friday	Swami Vivekananda Jayanti
13th January	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
23rd January	Tuesday	Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti
26th January	Friday	Republic Day
27th January	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
10th February	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th February	Wednesday	Saraswati Puja / Vasanth Panchami
24th February	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
9th March	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
23rd March	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
25th March	Monday	Doljatra
29th March	Friday	Good Friday
10th April	Wednesday	Eid al-Fitr
13th April	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
27th April	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
1st May	Wednesday	May Day / Labour Day
8th May	Wednesday	Guru Rabindranath Jayanti
11th May	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
23rd May	Thursday	Buddha Purnima
25th May	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
8th June	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
17th June	Monday	Bakrid / Eid al-Adha
22nd June	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
13th July	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
17th July	Wednesday	Muharram
27th July	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
10th August	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
15th August	Thursday	Independence Day
24th August	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
14th September	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
28th September	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
2nd October	Wednesday	Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
2nd October	Wednesday	Mahalaya
10th October	Thursday	Maha Saptami
11th October	Friday	Maha Ashtami
12th October	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
12th October	Saturday	Maha Navami
13th October	Sunday	Vijaya Dashami
17th October	Thursday	Lakshmi Puja
26th October	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
1st November	Friday	Diwali
9th November	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
15th November	Friday	Guru Nanak Jayanti
23rd November	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
14th December	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
25th December	Wednesday	Christmas Day
28th December	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday

*Please note that the dates and days may vary.

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List of Important Dates & Festivals in West Bengal in 2024

West Bengal is home to people of many religions and cultural backgrounds, so it celebrates many festivals. The soulful festivals start with the Bengali New Year (Poila Baishakh) in April and end with Dol Yatra in March. All these festivals are known for their unique vibe and exquisiteness.

Poush Sankranti (15th January): Poush Sankranti is similar to Makar Sankranti. This harvest festival is widely popular across India. It is celebrated in the Bengali month of Poush and involves various delicacies made of newly harvested paddy and date palm syrup.
Saraswati Puja (14th February): Also known as Vasant Panchami, it is a distinctive festival in West Bengal. This day marks the homecoming of Devi Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge. It is an auspicious day for students and professionals involved in academic careers.
Dol Purnima (25th February): The festival colour is called Holi all over the country, but in West Bengal, it is Dol Purnima. Dol Purnima marks the eternal love of Radha and Krishna by spreading vibrant colours and gulaals.
Poila Baisakh (15th April): It marks the first day of the Bengali year and is extremely popular in West Bengal. On this day, Bengalis wear traditional dresses (sarees and dhotis), offer puja to Ganesha, greet each other with sweets, and organise cultural programmes.
Durga Puja (9th October to 13th October): Durga Puja is the biggest festival in West Bengal, celebrated for five days. It marks the victory of good over evil. All Bengalis deck up in new clothes and go pandal hopping to celebrate this auspicious festival, which ends on Vijaya Dashami.
Bhai Phonta (3rd November): Celebrated for the well-being and protection of brothers, bhai phonta takes place one or two days after Kali Puja (Dipawali). Sisters put tilak on their brothers' foreheads while chanting prayers for their long life and strength. It resembles Bhai dooj to a great extent.
Chhat Puja (5th November to 8th November): This Vedic festival is celebrated widely to offer prayers to the Surya Devta (Sun God) and Chhat Maiya (Goddess Usha).

West Bengal will observe a list of bank and government holidays in 2024, offering multiple scopes and time for celebrations. Mark your calendars to plan your vacation and other tasks throughout the year accordingly.

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FAQs about Government and Bank Holidays in West Bengal

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Are the banks of West Bengal closed on any other Saturdays other than the 2nd and 4th of every month?

No, banks are not closed in West Bengal on any other Saturday other than the 2nd and 4th.

Which holidays are specific to West Bengal only?

Birth Anniversaries of Swami Vivekananda, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, and Rabindranath Tagore, Saraswati Pujo, Bengali New Year, Buddha Purnima, Durga Pujo, Laxmi Pujo, and Kali Pujo are some of the holidays specific to West Bengal.

How do bank holidays differ from government holidays in West Bengal in 2024?

Bank holidays in West Bengal largely overlap with government holidays, but they include additional observances specific to banking regulations. In 2024, all Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays of each month are bank holidays.