Public Holidays in Madhya Pradesh 2026
Public holiday information for Madhya Pradesh covering local festivals, government closures and practical planning across the state.
Regular Working Day
There is no scheduled public holiday in Madhya Pradesh today, 07 Nov 2026, according to the available holiday calendar. Government offices and applicable public institutions in Madhya Pradesh are expected to follow their regular working schedule.
Public Holiday Tomorrow: Deepavali/Diwali/Kali Puja
Tomorrow, 08 Nov 2026, is a public holiday in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal for Deepavali/Diwali/Kali Puja. Government offices and applicable public institutions in Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Goa, Gujarat, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Ladakh, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Nagaland, Odisha, Puducherry, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, West Bengal may remain closed tomorrow. Check with individual schools, private organizations or other institutions for their holiday arrangements.
| Date | Holiday Name | State / Region | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
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26
Jan
|
Republic Day
|
All States | National Holiday |
|
15
Feb
|
Mahasivarathri/Lui-Ngai-Ni
|
16 States Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh + 14 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
03
Mar
|
Holi/Dol Jatra/Holika Dahan
|
12 States Andhra Pradesh, Assam + 10 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
21
Mar
|
Id-ul-Fitr (Ramzan ID)*/Nauroz
|
31 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh + 29 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
27
Mar
|
Sri Ram Navami/Chaite Dasain
|
6 States Andhra Pradesh, Bihar + 4 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
31
Mar
|
Mahavir Jayanti
|
13 States Bihar, Chhattisgarh + 11 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
03
Apr
|
Good Friday
|
26 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 24 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
01
May
|
May Day/Labour Day/Buddha Purnima
|
29 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 27 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
27
May
|
Bakri Eid (Eid-Ul-Adha/Eid-Ul-Azha)
|
25 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 23 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
26
Jun
|
Muharram (Ashura)
|
17 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bihar + 15 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
15
Aug
|
Independence Day
|
19 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 17 more |
National Holiday |
|
26
Aug
|
Milad-un-Nabi (Prophet's Birthday)/Thiruvonam
|
10 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Bihar + 8 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
28
Aug
|
Sree Narayana Guru Jayanthi/Raksha Bandhan
|
Jammu and KashmirMadhya Pradesh |
Gazetted / Public |
|
04
Sep
|
Sreekrishna Jayanthi/Janamashtami
|
10 States Andhra Pradesh, Bihar + 8 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
02
Oct
|
Gandhi Jayanthi
|
All States | National Holiday |
|
20
Oct
|
Vijaya Dashami/Dussehra
|
32 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 30 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
08
Nov
|
Deepavali/Diwali/Kali Puja
|
28 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Andhra Pradesh + 26 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
09
Nov
|
Deepavali/Diwali/Laxmi Puja/Govardhan Puja
|
9 States Chandigarh, Haryana + 7 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
24
Nov
|
Guru Nanak's Birthday/Kartika Purnima
|
22 States Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Arunachal Pradesh + 20 more |
Gazetted / Public |
|
25
Dec
|
Christmas Day
|
All States | National Holiday |
Overview & Key Insights
Public Holidays in Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh covers a large central part of India, and its public holiday calendar is followed from the capital Bhopal to Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Ujjain and the smaller towns. When a holiday is declared, government offices close, schools shut, and the usual flow of daily work pauses. In a state that combines industrial centres, agricultural areas and important pilgrimage sites, these dates matter for both personal and practical planning.
The calendar includes national holidays along with state-specific observances that reflect local traditions. Temple festivals and regional celebrations give the list a distinctly Madhya Pradesh character. Residents keep track of it for work, schooling and family planning. Visitors find it useful when arranging travel around possible closures.
Public Holiday Today in Madhya Pradesh
Many people check the day’s status early in the morning. If it is a public holiday, government offices across the state 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 Madhya Pradesh
Looking one day ahead is useful in a state where many people travel for work or family. If tomorrow is a holiday, residents use the current day to finish pending work, withdraw cash or settle school matters. Families sometimes decide to visit relatives or prepare for a local celebration. Small business owners adjust their plans according to the expected change in activity.
Government Holidays in Madhya Pradesh
Government holidays cover all state offices, district administrations and most public institutions. 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 Madhya Pradesh
Festival holidays give the Madhya Pradesh calendar its local flavour. Mahashivratri holds special importance in places such as Ujjain and is observed with large participation. Diwali, Holi and Dussehra are widely marked across the state. Local fairs and temple festivals also form part of the cultural calendar. These days allow people to step away from routine work and take part in cultural life. For many households they are the main occasions when relatives gather and traditions are kept alive.
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 visits or short travel. Those who need to complete official work can choose dates that avoid closed offices. Small businesses watch the list because customer activity usually changes on these days.
Why Public Holidays Matter
In Madhya Pradesh 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. Temple festivals in particular bring large numbers of people together. For a state with both busy cities and widely spread rural areas, 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 Madhya Pradesh
This calendar collects the official public holidays observed in Madhya Pradesh. It is intended as a practical reference for anyone who needs to know when government offices, schools and banks are closed and when the state observes its important local festivals. Keep it available through the year for clear and steady planning.