February 2025 public holidays in India: Know important dates, regional festivals & bank holiday details

It is important to be aware of the public holidays in order to effectively plan personal and professional commitments. Here is a list of the holidays observed across various states in India during February 2025.

Here’s a list of February 2025 public holidays:

• February 2, Vasant Panchami: It is a Hindu festival marking the arrival of spring dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, observed in Haryana, Odisha, Punjab, Tripura, and West Bengal.
• February 12, Guru Ravidas Jayanti: This day commemorates the birth anniversary of Shri Guru Ravidas, a renowned poet and saint. It is observed in Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, and Punjab.
• February 15, Lui-Ngai-Ni: It is a seed-sowing festival celebrated by the Naga tribes, marking the start of the year, observed in Manipur.
• February 19, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti: This day honours the birth anniversary of the Maratha warrior king, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It is observed in Maharashtra.
• February 20, Statehood Day: It celebrates the formation of these states Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram. It is observed in theses two states.
• February 26, Maha Shivaratri: It is a major Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed in most states across India.

However, it’s important to note that some festivals are regional and may not be observed nationwide. For example, Maha Shivaratri on February 26 is widely celebrated across India, but its recognition as a public holiday varies by state.

Professionals and students are advised to check with their local authorities or institutional calendars in order to confirm holidays specific to their region.

Additionally, the RBI shares the official bank holiday calendar through its website, also informs banks and financial institutions.

Customers are advised to check with their local bank branch for specific holiday schedules in order to plan their financial activities better. Customers should plan the transactions and banking needs in order to avoid any inconvenience during bank holidays.