Janmashtami
जन्माष्टमी
Details
- Country
India- Scope
- Nationwide
- Type
- Public Holiday
- Gazetted
- Yes — official day off
- Month
- September 2026
- Long Weekends
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Business Impact
- Impact Level
- Reduced Operations
- Impact Description
- Government offices, banks, schools, and most businesses are typically closed.
- Planning Lead Time
- Start 1 month before
Notes
Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. Midnight celebrations, Dahi Handi (human pyramids) in Maharashtra, and temple festivities.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Janmashtami a public holiday in India?
- Yes, Janmashtami is an official public holiday in India. Government offices, banks, and most businesses are typically closed.
- When is Janmashtami 2026?
- Janmashtami 2026 falls on September 4, 2026.
- What is Janmashtami called locally in India?
- Janmashtami is locally known as "जन्माष्टमी" in India.