Holidays in 2025 List: Month-wise Breakdown of Official and Key Festival Dates in India

As the new year approaches, it’s time to plan your holidays and make the most of the long weekends and festive breaks ahead. The holiday calendar in India for 2025 is filled with a blend of national observances, regional celebrations, and joyous festivals. From religious holidays like Diwali and Eid to important national holidays like Republic Day and Independence Day, 2025 promises to be an exciting year full of opportunities for relaxation, family gatherings, and cultural celebrations.

In this guide, we present a month-wise breakdown of all the public holidays in India for 2025, including gazetted holidays, restricted holidays, and key festivals. Whether you're looking forward to a spiritual retreat, a family gathering, or just some downtime, this comprehensive list will help you plan your year effectively.

Month-wise Holiday List for 2025

Key Festivals and Observances in 2025

India is a land of festivals, and each holiday brings with it a unique cultural significance. Some of the key festivals and observances include:

• Holi (14-15 March): Known as the festival of colors, Holi is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India, symbolizing the victory of good over evil.
• Diwali (20 October): Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most significant Hindu festivals, celebrated with firecrackers, sweets, and prayers.
• Eid-ul-Fitr (31 March) and Eid-ul-Adha (7 June): These major Islamic holidays are observed by Muslims across the country, with prayers and feasts marking the end of Ramadan and the sacrifice during Eid-ul-Adha.
• Independence Day (15 August): A national holiday to commemorate India’s independence from British rule in 1947. The day is marked by flag hoisting ceremonies and cultural events.