Maharashtra Government Announces Public Holiday List for 2025; See Details to Plan Your Year
Mumbai, December 20, 2024: The Maharashtra state government has officially released its list of public holidays for 2025, providing a total of 24 designated days off for state government employees. The notification, issued on December 4, 2024, details the dates recognized under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act of 1881.
Highlights of the 2025 Holiday List
- Republic Day (January 26) and Gudhi Padwa (March 30) will fall on Sundays, while Ram Navami (April 6) and Moharum (July 6) also coincide with weekends.
- April 1, 2025, is a bank-specific holiday for annual account closures, leaving government offices operational on this date.
- An additional holiday for Bhaubeej (October 23) has been declared for key organizations, including state public sector undertakings, municipal bodies, and village panchayats.
Complete List of Holidays for 2025
Key festivals such as Ganesh Chaturthi (August 27), Diwali (October 21 and 22), and Christmas (December 25) are part of the holiday roster. Independence Day on August 15 is notable for coinciding with Parsi New Year.
Public institutions like state government offices, municipal councils, and panchayat bodies will follow these holidays to ensure a cohesive schedule.
Weekend and Additional Observations
Employees may look forward to extended weekends with holidays like Good Friday (April 18) and Id-E-Milad (September 5) falling close to weekends. However, citizens should note that some significant holidays overlap with Sundays, slightly limiting the scope of long breaks.
This comprehensive list ensures employees across Maharashtra’s public sector have clarity on their leave schedule, facilitating better planning for 2025.
