In Bihar, public holidays are declared by the state government in coordination with the Government of India. These holidays reflect both national celebrations and important local festivals that highlight the state’s cultural heritage. National holidays such as Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti are observed, along with important regional celebrations like Chhath Puja and Makar Sankranti.
Bihar’s public holidays provide an opportunity for people to take part in traditional events and religious observances that are central to the culture of the state.
Bihar Public Holidays 2024
| Date | Day | Holiday | Applies To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2024 | Monday | New Year’s Day | Bihar |
| 14/01/2024 | Sunday | Makar Sankranti | Bihar |
| 26/01/2024 | Friday | Republic Day | National |
| 08/03/2024 | Friday | Maha Shivaratri | Bihar |
| 23/03/2024 | Saturday | Holi | Bihar |
| 25/03/2024 | Monday | Bihar Diwas | Bihar |
| 29/03/2024 | Friday | Good Friday | National |
| 09/04/2024 | Tuesday | Chaitra Navratri | Bihar |
| 10/04/2024 | Wednesday | Ram Navami | Bihar |
| 14/04/2024 | Sunday | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti | National |
| 22/04/2024 | Monday | Id-ul-Fitr (End of Ramadan) | National |
| 01/05/2024 | Wednesday | May Day | Bihar |
| 15/08/2024 | Thursday | Independence Day | National |
| 16/08/2024 | Friday | Janmashtami | Bihar |
| 02/10/2024 | Wednesday | Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti | National |
| 07/11/2024 | Thursday | Chhath Puja | Bihar |
| 08/11/2024 | Friday | Chhath Puja | Bihar |
| 31/10/2024 | Thursday | Diwali | Bihar |
| 25/12/2024 | Wednesday | Christmas Day | National |
Official changes may alter these dates. Please visit our website regularly for the latest information.