Uttar Pradesh Holidays in 2021

The holiday page gives you the most vital information related to holidays in Uttar Pradesh for the year 2021. Both the central and state governments have declared the calendar of holidays for the central and state government employees. The page speaks about three types of holidays: national holidays, regional holidays and bank holidays.

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List of Uttar Pradesh Holidays in 2021

The list of regional, public and bank holidays in Uttar Pradesh in 2021 goes as below:

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Bank Holidays in Uttar Pradesh for 2021

The entire country of India celebrates three national holidays every year as we all know. In January, we celebrate Republic Day to honor the creation of our constitution. Independence Day is celebrated in August to honor the freedom from the United Kingdom. Finally, Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated in the month of October.

Bank holidays are declared for bank employees. A few banks will remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays every month. Besides these regular holidays, banks will also remain closed on a few notable festival holidays, which tend to differ from one state to another. On a few festival holidays, banks will operate. So, it is extremely important to know whether or not banks are working on a specific day.

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Why Is the Calendar Of Uttar Pradesh 2021 Required?

Yes, the calendar of holidays is required for the working community. On a festival holiday, working professionals prefer spending quality time with their friends and families. If not, they may wish to plan a trip to the preferred destinations. If you have a list of holidays handy, planning can be easier. As far as businessmen are concerned, they need to stock certain items during festivals. The calendar of holidays in Uttar Pradesh in 2021 comes to rescue.

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Description Of Uttar Pradesh Holidays In 2021

Uttar Pradesh is the most populous state in the country. The state is unique in terms of customs and traditions. Birthday of Hazrat Ali and Bhai Bij are the two state-specific holidays in Uttar Pradesh. Hazrat Ali is the son-in-law of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. Muharram is a famous Islamic festival and falls in the month of September this year. Diwali, a notable Hindu festival, signifies the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance.

Dussehra, also called Vijay Dashami, is observed for various reasons. Various parts of the Indian continent celebrate Dussehra differently. The festival marks the completion of Durga Puja and is celebrated in the month of October. Raksha Bandhan denotes and strengthens the relationships between sisters and brothers.

FAQs on Uttar Pradesh Holidays in 2021

1. I am a domicile of Uttar Pradesh but I reside in another city in India. Can I enjoy the holidays in Uttar Pradesh?

No, you cannot enjoy the holidays in Uttar Pradesh if you work and reside in some other Indian city. You need to stay in a city in Uttar Pradesh and work in order to enjoy the holidays.

2. Which months have the maximum holidays for the year 2021?

The months of October and November will have up to 5 days of holidays each. October and November are generally considered festive months where people will be seen celebrating ID-e-Milad, Diwali, Chhath Pooja, Guru Nanak Jayanti, Mahanavmi, Dussehra, etc. April and August are two other months with up to 4 days of holidays each.

3. If a particular holiday falls on a weekend, then will the preceding day be considered a holiday?

No, the preceding day will not be considered a holiday if a particular holiday falls on a weekend. However, private companies may give a holiday on a preceding day. It is always recommended you check with your HR and check the holiday list whether a holiday is given or not before planning anything.

4. How many bank holidays are there in Uttar Pradesh for the year 2021?

There is a total of 47 days of holidays including the second and fourth Saturdays of every month when banks in Uttar Pradesh are not open.

5. Do I have to apply for a leave for a public holiday?

In most cases, you may not have to apply for a leave in case of a public holiday. However, it is your responsibility to check whether the public holiday declared by the Government of Uttar Pradesh also qualifies as a holiday in the company you work for. You must check with the HR whether a public holiday qualifies as one for your employer too. If if does not then you will have to apply for a personal leave.