Daman and Diu Public Holidays List 2022

Published on 21 Jun, 2021, 6:31 AM IST

Updated on 6 Jun, 2022, 11:50 AM IST

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Before 2022, Daman and Diu were a union territory. In 2022, they are a part of a union territory along with Dadra and Nagar Haveli. This new union territory is called Dadra and Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu. These four areas along with Goa had a heavy Portuguese presence before India’s independence. The Portuguese ruled these lands for almost 400 years.

90% of the people in Daman and Diu belong to the Hindu community. They speak Gujarati along with Hindi and English. Daman and Diu are two districts where the town of Diu and Daman city are its main settlement areas. Administrative offices in Daman and Diu are closed on public holidays. Read ahead to know more about Daman and Diu public holidays.

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Public Holidays Calendar in Daman and Diu:

Here is some crucial information about Daman and Diu’s general/public holidays.

Public holidays in Daman and Diu are inclusive of religious festivals.
Country’s prominent days such as Independence Day are declared as holidays.
The list of holidays in Daman and Diu for 2022 is shared by government authorities.
All Sundays are considered as public holidays in Daman and Diu.

Daman and Diu Public Holidays List 2022:

Here’s a table in the day-date-event format that showcases Daman and Diu’s public holidays for 2022. Note that this is an overview there might be a change in the dates of some of the festivals.

Holidays in Daman and Diu During January 2022

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Wednesday	26 January	Republic Day

Holidays in Daman and Diu During February 2022

No public holidays in Daman and Diu during February 2022.

Holidays in Daman and Diu During March 2022

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Tuesday	1 March	Maha Shivaratri
Saturday	19 March	Holi

Holidays in Daman and Diu During April 2022

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Saturday	2 April	Gudi Padwa
Sunday	10 April	Ram Navami
Thursday	14 April	Mahavir Jayanti
Friday	15 April	Good Friday

Holidays in Daman and Diu During May 2022

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Tuesday	3 May	Eid-Ul-Fitr

Holidays in Daman and Diu During June 2022

No public holidays in Daman and Diu during June 2022.

Holidays in Daman and Diu During July 2022

No public holidays in Daman and Diu during July 2022.

Holidays in Daman and Diu During August 2022

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Friday	12 August	Raksha Bandhan
Monday	15 August	Independence Day
Tuesday	16 August	Parsi New Year
Friday	19 August	Janmashtami
Wednesday	31 August	Ganesh Chaturthi

Holidays in Daman and Diu During September 2022

No holidays in Daman and Diu During September 2022.

Holidays in Daman and Diu During October 2022

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Sunday	2 October	Gandhi Jayanti
Wednesday	5 October	Vijaya Dashami
Sunday	9 October	Eid-e-Milad
Tuesday	25 October	Diwali
Wednesday	26 October	Diwali

Holidays in Daman and Diu During November 2022

No holidays in Daman and Diu During November 2022

Holidays in Daman and Diu During December 2022

Day	Date	Holiday Name
Monday	19 December	Liberation Day
Sunday	25 December	Christmas

Note: This list is followed throughout Daman and Diu including the below-mentioned locations.

Bhimpore
Dadhel
Dunetha
Kachigam
Kadaiya
Marwad

Also, read: India Public Holidays List 2022

Popular Celebrations and Festivals in Daman and Diu:

Apart from widely celebrated festivals like Diwali, Maha Shivratri, and Eid, there are several local festivals celebrated in Daman and Diu. Visiting the union territory during the festive season will add another dimension to your visit. Spending Christmas and New Year in Diu and performing Garba with the locals in Daman will make your trip worthwhile. Here’s a list of some of those festivals.

Garba: Garba dance is held during the Navratri period. It is held during October or November for nine nights. Goddess Amba is worshipped during this festival. People dress in colourful traditional costumes and perform the Garba dance. People from different communities come together to celebrate this vibrant festival.

Nariyal Purnima: The Koli tribe has a lot of influence in Daman and Diu. As a result, this festival is celebrated as a start to the fishing season. The God of Water and Wind are offered coconuts during this festival. The fisherfolk give their offerings seeking blessings from their God. The Coconut Food Festival is one of the main events during this festival.

Gangaji Fair: This festival is an annual affair. Lord Shiva is worshipped during the Gangaji Fair by the local people. This fair is held at Dabhel in March. People from nearby districts come in great numbers to witness this fair.

Folk Dance Festival: Different types of folk dances are displayed during this festival. People come to watch the following folk dances: Mando Dance, Verdigao, and Vira Dance.

Christmas: Over the years, due to the presence of the Portuguese, Christmas is celebrated with great enthusiasm in Daman and Diu. Houses are decorated and lanterns are lit to celebrate Christmas.

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the relevance of public holidays?

Public holidays can be viewed as days on which the majority of the offices are closed. Employees can take a break from their usual schedule on such days.

Are private companies closed on public holidays?

Usually, just like administrative offices, private companies also keep their offices closed on public holidays. However, it is not mandatory to do so on all public holidays.

What are restricted public holidays?

In simple words, restricted public holidays are optional holidays. Employees can take leave on such holidays as per their convenience. Usually, employees have the option to take leaves on two restricted public holidays.

What if I have some urgent work in an administrative office on a public holiday?

Majority of the offices will be closed on public holidays. You need to go through the list of public holidays to be aware of the days when the offices will be closed and plan your work accordingly.

Are educational institutions also closed during public holidays?

As public holidays include religious festivals and other important days, educational institutions are closed on such days so that the students, teachers, and other staff can spend time with friends and family during these occasions.