Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Public Holidays 2026

Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Public Holidays 2026 – 2027

Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Public Holidays 2026 Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu is a Union Territory (UT) in western India known for its cultural blend, scenic beaches, and vibrant festivals. Every year the UT government declares a set of official public holidays that apply to government offices, schools, banks and many private organisations. These include national observances, religious festivals and local celebrations observed throughout the year.

Below is the complete list of public holidays for 2026 in Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu — carefully organised in a simple table format for easy reference.

Official Public Holidays 2026 — Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu

Note: Some holidays may be observed as partial holidays or based on moon sightings for religious events like Idul Fitr and Milad-un-Nabi.

Understanding Key Holidays

🌾 Makar Sankranti

Celebrates the harvest season across India — a significant festival marking the sun’s northward journey.

🇮🇳 Republic Day (26 Jan)

A national holiday honouring the day the Indian Constitution came into effect in 1950.

🕌 Religious Festivals

• Holi — Festival of Colours
• Ram Navami — Lord Rama’s birth anniversary
• Good Friday — Christian observance of Christ’s crucifixion
• Diwali — Festival of Lights
  These celebrations bring cultural unity and joy to the UT.

Notes for Residents & Visitors

✔ Holidays like Republic Day, Independence Day and Gandhi Jayanti are gazetted everywhere across India.
✔ Religious dates (e.g., Idul Fitr, Milad-un-Nabi) may vary slightly depending on moon sightings announced by local authorities.
✔ Schools, banks and government offices generally follow this public holiday calendar, but organisations may have additional restricted or optional holidays depending on internal policies.

Summary

This 2026 calendar for Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu highlights all major public holidays, incorporating national observances, cultural festivals and religious events — giving residents and visitors a full view of days off and celebrations.