Holidays List of Jammu And Kashmir 2021

Holidays are happy times that call for relaxation, enjoyment and spending quality time with friends and family. India is known for its multitude of holidays. Being a secular country, India is home to several religions that celebrate different festivals. The holiday structure in government organizations differs from that of private companies. Sunday is a regular holiday for all workplaces. Some private companies have holidays on both Saturday and Sunday, whereas Government organizations are mostly open on Saturdays. Banks usually remain closed on two Saturdays in a month and remain open on the other two. There are three national holidays in India when all organizations remain closed; these are Republic day on 26th Jan, Independence Day on 15th Aug and Gandhi Jayanti on 2nd Oct. Apart from these, there are regional and restricted holidays which vary from state to state. This page aims to keep you informed about the different holidays in the state of Jammu & Kashmir.

About Jammu & Kashmir

Jammu and Kashmir is the northernmost state of India. It lies on the lap of the Himalayas and is known for its idyllic landscape. It shares international borders with Pakistan in the West and China in the East.  Srinagar functions as the summer capital of the state whereas Jammu is its winter capital. More than 12 million people live in this state which is the only Indian state with a Muslim majority. The state comprises three regions - the valley of Kashmir is famed for its beautiful mountainous landscape, Jammu has numerous Hindu shrines that attract thousands of pilgrims every year and Ladakh is famous for its remote hilly beauty and Buddhist culture. Often abbreviated as J&K, the state is a tourism haven.

List of Jammu & Kashmir Holidays in 2021

Bank Holidays List of Jammu And Kashmir 2021

Popular Festivals/Holidays in Jammu & Kashmir

Being a state with a Muslim majority, Jammu and Kashmir celebrate all Islamic festivals with pomp and grandeur.  Traditional Punjabi festivals like Vaisakhi and Lohri are celebrated with immense enthusiasm. Accession Day is an annual state holiday to commemorate the accession of Jammu & Kashmir region to the Dominion of India. The Ladakh region celebrates traditional Buddhist festivals including the annual masked dance festival which is of great fame.

The Importance of Knowing the Jammu & Kashmir Holidays in 2021

Apart from the three National Holidays, each state has different regional festivals and holidays. It is important to be aware of the holidays of each state as it can help one plan effectively. People living within the state can plan their vacations or travel itineraries ahead if they know about the holiday dates. People living outside the state can accordingly book their travel tickets if they know about the holiday dates of the state where he or she wishes to travel. Residents will get to know when the banks and the government offices will remain closed. Moreover, a little more knowledge is of no harm and it is always good to be enlightened.