Daman & Diu Holidays in 2026

We have compiled a list of public, national, and bank holidays for 2026 in the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli. It will help you plan your vacations and leaves for the year.

Daman and Diu Public Holidays in 2026

The following is the list of holidays in Daman and Diu for the year 2026:

Date  

Day  

Holiday  

26 January 2026 

Monday  

Republic Day 

15 February 2026 

Sunday  

Maha Shivaratri 

3 March 2026 

Tuesday  

Holi  

20 March 2026 

Friday  

Ugadi  

21 March 2026 

Saturday  

Idul Fitr 

27 March 2026 

Friday  

Ram Navami 

31 March 2026 

Tuesday  

Mahavir Jayanti 

3 April 2026 

Friday  

Good Friday 

26 June 2026 

Friday  

Muharram  

15 August 2026 

Saturday  

Independence Day 

16 August 2026 

Sunday  

Parsi New Year 

25 August 2026 

Tuesday  

Eid e Milad 

28 August 2026 

Friday  

Raksha Bandhan 

4 September 2026 

Friday  

Janmashtami  

15 September 2026 

Tuesday  

Ganesh Chaturthi 

2 October 2026 

Friday  

Gandhi Jayanti 

21 October 2026 

Wednesday  

Vijaya Dashami 

8 November 2026 

Sunday  

Diwali  

9 November 2026 

Monday  

Govardhan Puja 

15 November 2026 

Sunday  

Chhath Puja 

19 December 2026 

Saturday  

Liberation Day 

25 December 2026 

Friday  

Christmas Day 

Daman and Diu Bank Holidays in 2026 

All banks in India remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month. All Sundays are also holidays. Apart from national holidays which are applicable for all states in the country, there are also regional holidays that are specific to each state. 

Given below is the list of bank holidays in 2026 that is specific to Daman and Diu: 

Date  

Day  

Holiday  

10 January 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

24 January 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

26 January 2026 

Monday  

Republic Day 

14 February 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

15 February 2026 

Sunday  

Maha Shivaratri 

28 February 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

4 March 2026 

Wednesday  

Holi  

14 March 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

21 March 2026 

Saturday  

Idul Fitr 

28 March 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

31 March 2026 

Tuesday  

Mahavir Jayanti 

3 April 2026 

Friday  

Good Friday 

11 April 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

25 April 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

9 May 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

23 May 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

13 June 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

26 June 2026 

Friday  

Muharram  

27 June 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

11 July 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

25 July 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

8 August 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

15 August 2026 

Saturday  

Independence Day 

22 August 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

25 August 2026 

Tuesday  

Eid e Milad 

4 September 2026 

Friday  

Shri Krishna Janmashtami 

12 September 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

14 September 2026 

Monday  

Ganesh Chaturthi 

26 September 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

2 October 2026 

Friday  

Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti 

10 October 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

20 October 2026 

Tuesday  

Dussehra  

24 October 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

8 November 2026 

Sunday  

Diwali  

9 November 2026 

Monday  

Govardhan Puja 

14 November 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

28 November 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

12 December 2026 

Saturday  

2nd Saturday Bank Holiday 

19 December 2026 

Saturday  

Daman and Diu Liberation Day 

25 December 2026 

Friday  

Christmas Day 

26 December 2026 

Saturday  

4th Saturday Bank Holiday 

Brief Introduction to Daman and Diu Public Holidays

  1. Republic Day: Republic Day is a national holiday observed every year on 26 January. The day commemorates the date on which the Indian Constitution came into effect.
  2. Maha Shivaratri: Maha Shivaratri is a major Hindu festival, is observed annually in order to honour God Shiva. People celebrate the festival across the country.
  3. Holi: Holi is a colourful festival. It is a spring festival observed throughout the Indian subcontinent. Holi denotes the triumph of good over evil.
  4. Mahavir Jayanti: Mahavir Jayanti is celebrated by the Jain community to honour the birth of Mahavir, who was the last tirthankar in Jainism.
  5. Good Friday: Good Friday is a Christian holiday, venerates the crucifixion of Jesus and his demise.
  6. Ramzan Eid: Ramzan Eid is a special spiritual holiday for Muslims. It signifies the completion of Ramadan, which is the holy month.
  7. Independence Day: Independence Day is a national holiday observed across the nation. The day honours the independence of India from the British.
  8. Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti: Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti is a national holiday that celebrates the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
  9. Diwali: Diwali needless to say, is a famous Hindu festival, which denotes the triumph of optimism over misery and knowledge over ignorance.
  10. Christmas Day: Christmas Day is a global festival celebrated by Christians. It commemorates the birth of Jesus and falls every on 25 December.

FAQs on Daman & Diu Holidays

  • Is the list of public holidays in Daman and Diu the same every year?

    No, the list of public holidays in Daman and Diu is no same every year, it may vary slightly each year, depending on changes in religious or regional observances and the alignment of festival. 

  • Can public holidays in Daman and Diu be changed or updated during the year?

    Yes, the local government reserves the right to declare or modify public holidays in exceptional circumstances or for special events. Updates are usually announced through official channels. 

  • Are government offices closed on public holidays in Daman and Diu?

    Yes, the government offices are closed on public holidays in Daman and Diu. 

  • Do public holidays in Daman and Diu differ from other Indian states?

    Yes, while some national holidays are common across India, Daman and Diu may have specific regional holidays that differ from other states due to its unique cultural and religious traditions

  • Do bank holidays in Daman and Diu follow the same schedule as the rest of India?

    While national holidays are common, some bank holidays in Daman and Diu may differ based on regional and cultural observances unique to the union territory. 

  • Is it possible to use online banking services on bank holidays in Daman and Diu?

    Yes, you can use online banking services on bank holidays in Daman and Diu. 

  • Is it possible to use online banking services on national holidays in Daman and Diu?

    Yes, you can use online banking services on national holidays in Daman and Diu. 

  • Are ATMs functional during bank holidays in Daman and Diu?

    Yes, ATMs generally remain operational during bank holidays, allowing customers to withdraw cash and perform other basic transactions. 

  • Are all bank holidays in Daman and Diu fixed every year?

    Most bank holidays are fixed, but some dates may vary depending on the calendar year and the declaration of additional holidays by the state or central government. 

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