Sikkim Official Government Holidays List for 2024
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Sikkim Official Government Holidays List for 2024
Sikkim is a state of breathtaking landscapes and diverse cultures. As we embark on a journey through the Sikkim Official Government Holidays List for 2024, we'll discover the unique celebrations that define the region. From religious observances to local festivals, each holiday adds to the cultural richness that makes Sikkim a jewel in India's northeastern crown.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2024 | Monday | New Year’s Day | Celebrates the beginning of the new year with joy and festivities. |
| 15 January 2024 | Monday | Makara Sankranti | Marks the harvest festival, symbolizing the transition of the sun into Capricorn. |
| 26 January 2024 | Friday | Republic Day | Commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution. |
| 10 February 2024 | Saturday | Losar | Tibetan New Year, celebrating the arrival of the Lunar New Year. |
| 10 February 2024 | Saturday | Sonam Losar | Another celebration of Tibetan New Year, also known as 'Farmers' New Year'. |
| 24 February 2024 | Saturday | Guru Ravidas Jayanti | Honors the birth anniversary of the revered saint Guru Ravidas. |
| 8 March 2024 | Friday | Maha Shivarathri | Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed through fasting and prayers. |
| 25 March 2024 | Monday | Holi | Festival of colors, celebrating the arrival of spring. |
| 29 March 2024 | Friday | Good Friday | Observes the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. |
| 11 April 2024 | Thursday | Idul Fitr | Marks the end of Ramadan with prayers and festive meals. |
| 14 April 2024 | Sunday | Ambedkar Jayanti | Honors the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, a key architect of the Indian Constitution. |
| 17 April 2024 | Wednesday | Ram Navami | Celebrates the birth of Lord Rama. |
| 16 May 2024 | Thursday | State Day | A day dedicated to the state, often marked with cultural events and celebrations. |
| 13 July 2024 | Saturday | Bakrid | Celebrates the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son. |
| 17 July 2024 | Wednesday | Bhanu Jayanti | Commemorates the birth anniversary of the Nepali poet Bhanubhakta Acharya. |
| 8 August 2024 | Thursday | Tendong Lho Rum Faat | A festival observed by the Lepcha community in Sikkim. |
| 15 August 2024 | Thursday | Independence Day | Celebrates India's independence from British rule. |
| 26 August 2024 | Monday | Janmashtami | Marks the birth of Lord Krishna. |
| 5 September 2024 | Thursday | Hartalika Teej | Hindu festival dedicated to the reunion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. |
| 17 September 2024 | Tuesday | Indra Jatra | Celebrated in Nepal, especially in the Kathmandu Valley, to honor Lord Indra. |
| 2 October 2024 | Wednesday | Gandhi Jayanti | Honors Mahatma Gandhi's birth anniversary. |
| 10 October 2024 | Thursday | Maha Saptami | A day associated with Durga Puja, marking the seventh day of Navaratri. |
| 11 October 2024 | Friday | Maha Ashtami | Celebrates the eighth day of Navaratri, dedicated to Goddess Durga. |
| 12 October 2024 | Saturday | Maha Navami | Marks the ninth day of Navaratri, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. |
| 13 October 2024 | Sunday | Vijaya Dashami | Celebrates the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana. |
| 1 November 2024 | Friday | Diwali | The Festival of Lights, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness. |
| 03 November 2024 | Sunday | Bhai Dooj | A Hindu festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters. |
| 15 November 2024 | Friday | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Celebrates the birth of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism. |
| 22 November 2024 | Friday | Lhabab Duchen | A Buddhist festival commemorating the Buddha's descent from the heavens. |
| 25 December 2024 | Wednesday | Christmas Day | Commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. |
| 30 December 2024 | Monday | Tamu Losar | Tibetan New Year celebrated by the Gurung community. |