Public HolidayHighest Significance
Diwali (Festival of Lights)
เคฆเฅเคชเคพเคตเคฒเฅ
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Details
- Country
- ๐ฎ๐ณ India
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes
Business Impact
- Impact Level
- High Impact
- Impact Description
- All offices, banks, and businesses closed for 2-5 days; massive retail boom in weeks before; fireworks and celebrations nationwide; new financial year for traders; stock markets closed; logistics fully disrupted
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 3 months before
Notes
The biggest Hindu festival. Five-day celebration of lights, fireworks, sweets, and family gatherings. New financial year for many businesses.