Holidays List of Kerala 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 Kerala.

About Kerala

The Indian state of Kerala is located on the Malabar Coast of the Indian peninsula, overlooking the Laccadive Sea. Thiruvananthapuram or Trivandrum is the capital of Kerala. This state with a high literacy index has around 33 million residents who mostly speak in Malayali and English. Kerala has wonderful beaches and exotic hilly destinations; thus, it is a tourism hub in South India. The dance forms of Kathakali and Mohiniyattam of Kerala are famous all over the country. The state is also known for its delectable cuisine.

Kerala Holidays in 2021

Bank Holidays List of Kerala 2021

Note: Banks have holidays on second and fourth Saturdays too.

Popular Festivals/Holidays in Kerala

Kerala has a mixed population of Hindus, Muslims, and Christians. Hence, all the major festivals of these religions are celebrated in Kerala. The most important festival of Kerala is Onam.  It is a harvest festival celebrated in reminiscence of the state's agrarian past. It is celebrated with various cultural elements such as Vallam Kali (boat race) and Pookkalam (flower arrangement) all over the state. Vishu is another important festival that marks the Malayali New Year. It is celebrated in the month of April.

The Importance of Knowing the Kerala 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.