Holidays in Puducherry in India 2021
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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 January, Independence Day on 15th August and Gandhi Jayanti on 2nd October. 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 Puducherry.
About Puducherry
Puducherry is a Union Territory in India. It lies on the eastern coastline. It was earlier known as Pondicherry which was officially changed to Puducherry in 2006. The place had been under French dominance for many years before the Indian independence and the area is known for its French architectural wonders. Pondicherry attracts many visitors who love to explore its serene beaches and Auroville Ashram.
List of Puducherry Holidays in 2021
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Jan 1 |
Friday |
New Year's Day |
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Jan 14 |
Thursday |
Pongal |
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Jan 15 |
Friday |
Thiruvalluvar Day / Mattu Pongal |
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Jan 16 |
Saturday |
Uzhavar Thirunal |
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Jan 26 |
Tuesday |
Republic Day (National Day) |
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Apr 1 |
Thursday |
Annual Accounts Closing (Bank Holiday) |
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Apr 2 |
Friday |
Good Friday |
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Apr 14 |
Wednesday |
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Jayanti |
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Apr 14 |
Wednesday |
Tamil New Year |
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May 1 |
Saturday |
May Day |
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May 14 |
Friday |
Ramzan / Id-ul-Fitr (End of Ramadan) |
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July 21 |
Wednesday |
Bakrid / Id-ul-Alha (Feast of Sacrifice) |
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Aug 15 |
Sunday |
Independence Day |
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Aug 16 |
Monday |
De jure Transfer Day |
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Sep 10 |
Friday |
Vinayaga Chathurthi |
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Oct 2 |
Saturday |
Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday |
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Oct 14 |
Thursday |
Saraswathi Pooja / Ayudha Pooja |
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Oct 19 |
Tuesday |
Milad-Un-Nabi (Prophet's Birthday) |
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Nov 1 |
Monday |
Puducherry Liberation Day |
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Nov 4 |
Thursday |
Deepavali |
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Dec 25 |
Saturday |
Christmas |
Bank Holidays in Puducherry in India 2021
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New Year's Day |
Friday January 1, 2021 |
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Christmas Holiday |
Monday January 4, 2021 |
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Magh Bihu/Tusu Puja - Pongal |
Thursday January 14, 2021 |
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Thiruvalluvar |
Friday January 15, 2021 |
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Uzhavar Thirunal |
Saturday January 16, 2021 |
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Republic Day |
Tuesday January 26, 2021 |
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Francophonies de Pondichery |
Saturday March 20, 2021 |
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Christmas holiday (beginning) |
Friday December 18, 2020 |
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Christmas Day |
Friday December 25, 2020 |
Note: Banks have holidays on second and fourth Saturdays too.
The Importance of Knowing the Puducherry 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.
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