PUBLIC CALENDAR Public Holiday Calendar & Gazetted Dates

Public Holidays in Lakshadweep 2026

Public holiday information for Lakshadweep covering government closures, local observances and practical planning across the islands.

No Public Holiday Today Today, 08 Nov 2026
Regular Working Day

There is no scheduled public holiday in Lakshadweep today, 08 Nov 2026, according to the available holiday calendar. Government offices and applicable public institutions in Lakshadweep are expected to follow their regular working schedule.

No Public Holiday Tomorrow Tomorrow, 09 Nov 2026
Regular Working Day

There is no scheduled public holiday in Lakshadweep tomorrow, 09 Nov 2026, according to the available holiday calendar. Government offices and applicable public institutions in Lakshadweep are expected to follow their regular working schedule.

Public Holiday Calendar 2026
17 Holidays
Date Holiday Name State / Region Category
January 2026
2 Holidays
14
Jan
Wed
Makar Sankranti/Magh Bihu/Pongal
5 States
Arunachal Pradesh, Assam + 3 more
Gazetted / Public
26
Jan
Mon
Republic Day
All States National Holiday
March 2026
4 Holidays
04
Mar
Wed
Holi/Holi 2nd Day-Dhuleti/Yaosang 2nd Day
22 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh + 20 more
Gazetted / Public
21
Mar
Sat
Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan ID)*/Nauroz
31 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh + 29 more
Gazetted / Public
26
Mar
Thu
Ram Navami
12 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh + 10 more
Gazetted / Public
31
Mar
Tue
Mahavir Jayanti
13 States
Bihar, Chhattisgarh + 11 more
Gazetted / Public
May 2026
2 Holidays
01
May
Fri
May Day/Labour Day/Buddha Purnima
29 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 27 more
Gazetted / Public
27
May
Wed
Bakri Eid (Eid-Ul-Adha/Eid-Ul-Azha)
25 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 23 more
Gazetted / Public
June 2026
1 Holidays
26
Jun
Fri
Muharram (Ashura)
17 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bihar + 15 more
Gazetted / Public
August 2026
2 Holidays
15
Aug
Sat
Independence Day
19 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 17 more
National Holiday
26
Aug
Wed
Milad-un-Nabi (Prophet's Birthday)/Thiruvonam
10 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bihar + 8 more
Gazetted / Public
September 2026
2 Holidays
04
Sep
Fri
Sreekrishna Jayanthi/Janamashtami
10 States
Andhra Pradesh, Bihar + 8 more
Gazetted / Public
14
Sep
Mon
Ganesh Chaturthi/Vinayaka Chathurthi
Andhra PradeshLakshadweepMaharashtra
Gazetted / Public
October 2026
2 Holidays
02
Oct
Fri
Gandhi Jayanthi
All States National Holiday
20
Oct
Tue
Vijaya Dashami/Dussehra
32 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 30 more
Gazetted / Public
November 2026
1 Holidays
24
Nov
Tue
Guru Nanak's Birthday/Kartika Purnima
22 States
Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh + 20 more
Gazetted / Public
December 2026
1 Holidays
25
Dec
Fri
Christmas Day
All States National Holiday
Overview & Key Insights

Public Holidays in Lakshadweep

Lakshadweep is a group of islands where daily life is shaped by the sea, limited transport links and close community ties. The public holiday calendar here is followed on Kavaratti, Agatti, Minicoy and the smaller islands with careful attention. When a holiday is declared, government offices close, schools shut, and the usual movement of people and supplies slows down. In a place where most connections depend on ships and flights, these dates have practical importance beyond the simple closure of offices.

The calendar mixes national holidays with local observances that reflect the cultural life of the islands. Residents keep track of it for work and family planning. Visitors find it useful when arranging travel around possible closures.

Public Holiday Today in Lakshadweep

Many people check the day’s status early in the morning. If it is a public holiday, government offices across the islands remain closed. Banks usually follow the same schedule. Schools stay shut, so parents rearrange their routines. Local markets and transport services often run more slowly. For anyone who needs to visit a government counter or complete a bank task, knowing the status early prevents a wasted journey.

Public Holiday Tomorrow in Lakshadweep

Looking one day ahead is especially useful on the islands. If tomorrow is a holiday, people use the current day to finish pending work, withdraw cash or settle school matters. Families sometimes decide to spend time together or prepare for a local celebration. Because inter-island travel depends on limited transport options, this extra notice helps people prepare properly.

Government Holidays in Lakshadweep

Government holidays cover all Union Territory offices and most central government establishments. National days such as Republic Day and Independence Day are observed with formal programmes. On these dates the offices remain closed, though hospitals, police stations and emergency services continue without interruption. Citizens who need official work done are advised to complete it before the holiday begins. Employees use the annual list to plan their leave and personal commitments.

Festival Holidays in Lakshadweep

Festival holidays reflect the cultural character of the islands. Eid and other Islamic festivals are widely observed and bring communities together for prayers and family gatherings. Local community events and cultural programmes also form part of the festive calendar. These days allow people to step away from routine work and take part in social and cultural life. For many families they are the main occasions when social ties are strengthened.

Upcoming Public Holidays

A clear view of the months ahead helps students, working people and families plan better. Long weekends are often used for family time or short inter-island travel. Those who need to complete official work can choose dates that avoid closed offices. Businesses linked to tourism watch the list carefully because visitor numbers usually change on holidays.

Why Public Holidays Matter

In Lakshadweep a public holiday changes the daily rhythm in clear ways. Offices and schools close. Banking services pause, so people plan their cash needs earlier. Local transport may run less frequently. At the same time, these days open space for family visits, cultural participation and rest. For a group of islands where communities are close-knit and transport is limited, the shared holiday calendar is a useful common reference.

How to Use This Holiday Calendar

Refer to the current day when you need a quick answer. Look at the coming weeks when you are planning leave, school activities or family travel. Parents, government employees, teachers and small business owners all find it helpful to keep the same reliable list instead of depending on scattered notices.

Public Holiday Calendar for Lakshadweep

This calendar collects the official public holidays observed in Lakshadweep. It is intended as a practical reference for anyone who needs to know when government offices, schools and banks are closed and when the islands observe their important festivals. Keep it available through the year for clear and steady planning.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The complete list of coming holidays is available here for planning leave, travel and school activities.

Yes, most government offices stay closed. Essential services such as hospitals and police continue to function.

Schools generally follow the official public holiday calendar and remain closed on those days.

Eid and other Islamic festivals along with local community celebrations are among the important festival holidays.

This page carries the updated public holiday list for Lakshadweep.

Banks usually observe the notified public holidays and remain closed on those dates.

Inter-island transport depends on limited ship and flight services. Checking the calendar helps in planning travel on and between the islands.

No, today (08 November 2026) is NOT a public holiday in Lakshadweep. All government offices, public institutions, and educational centers operate as regular working days.

No, tomorrow (09 November 2026) is NOT a public holiday in Lakshadweep. All government offices, public institutions, and educational centers operate as regular working days.

Major public holidays observed in Lakshadweep include Republic Day, Independence Day, Gandhi Jayanti, along with regional gazetted festival holidays.

The next upcoming public holiday in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Ladakh, Lakshadweep, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha, Punjab, Rajasthan, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal is Guru Nanak's Birthday/Kartika Purnima on 24 November 2026.