Is Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) a public holiday in India?

Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) is a Festival in India, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.

When is Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) 2026?

Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) 2026 falls on April 15, 2026.

Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) is locally known as "পয়লা বৈশাখ" in India.

Name: Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year)
Start: 2026-04-15
End: 2026-04-15
Location: 1275004

পয়লা বৈশাখ

Wednesday, April 15, 2026Check 2027 dates →

Country: India
Scope: Nationwide
City: 1275004
Type: Festival
Gazetted: No — not an official day off
Month: April 2026
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Date may vary: ±1 days (Subject to official confirmation)
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Impact Description: This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.

The Bengali New Year marked with processions, new clothes, sweets, and shop-opening rituals.

Is Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) a public holiday in India?: Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) is a Festival in India, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
When is Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) 2026?: Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) 2026 falls on April 15, 2026.
What is Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) called locally in India?: Poila Boishakh (Bengali New Year) is locally known as "পয়লা বৈশাখ" in India.

Source: Curated festivals (LLM)Manual