The notification confirms that all Saturdays and Sundays will be observed as holidays throughout the year.

Haryana Government Announces Public Holiday Schedule List for 2025: The Haryana Government has officially released the list of public holidays for 2025, applicable to all state government offices. The announcement, made by Chief Secretary Dr. Vivek Joshi, also includes a selection of special days and restricted holidays, ensuring a balanced calendar for employees across the state.

Haryana Government Key Public Holiday Schedule List 2025:

The notification confirms that all Saturdays and Sundays will be observed as holidays throughout the year. Notable public holidays for 2025 include:

• Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Jayanti: January 6

• Guru Ravidas Jayanti: February 12
• Maha Shivratri: February 26
• Holi: March 14
• Independence Day: August 15
• Diwali: October 20
• Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti: November 5
• Christmas: December 25

While these dates ensure state-wide closures, certain festivals like Republic Day (January 26) and Janmashtami (August 16), which fall on already closed days, are excluded from the holiday list.

Haryana Government Special Day Schedule List for 2025: 

The state government has designated several days as "Special Days" to honor key historical and cultural figures, though they will not be public holidays. These include:

• Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Jayanti: January 23

• Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jayanti: April 11
• Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti: October 31

These days aim to encourage reflection on the contributions of notable personalities without disrupting official working hours.

Haryana Negotiable Instrument Act Holidays List for 2025: 

Under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instrument Act, of 1881, the government has declared holidays applicable across all sectors except judicial courts. Key dates include:

• Guru Ravidas Jayanti: February 12
• Holi: March 14
• Annual Bank Closing Day: April 1
• Diwali: October 20

Haryana Restricted Holidays List for 2025: 

Employees are allowed to choose up to three holidays from a list of Restricted Holidays, which includes:

• Good Friday: April 18
• Hariyali Teej: July 27
• Karva Chauth: October 10
• Chhath Puja: October 28

Cultural Inclusivity and Flexibility

The comprehensive holiday list reflects Haryana’s commitment to cultural inclusivity, ensuring recognition of diverse traditions and practices. It also offers employees flexibility through restricted holidays, empowering them to celebrate occasions meaningful to them.

With the announcement, Haryana’s workforce can look forward to a well-structured calendar for 2025, balancing work responsibilities with opportunities for rest and celebration.

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