Public holidays are days when the public at large is given a holiday. This applies primarily to public organizations; however, several private organizations also follow in the footsteps of public bodies and give a holiday to its employees. These holidays are often declared in case of a widely celebrated festival in the state and on days of national relevance. For example, Independence Day is a part of Punjab’s public holidays.
Schools and colleges are closed during Punjab’s general holidays. Therefore, people look at these holidays to plan a trip. People might take one or two days leave from work around public holidays in Punjab and enjoy a long weekend. Usually, the list of holidays in Punjab for 2022 is declared at the start of the year so that people can make plans. Read ahead to know more about Punjab’s public holiday list for 2022.
Punjab’s Public Holidays Calendar in 2022:
Here is a table stating public holidays calendar in Punjab. Note that dates of some of the festivals cannot be predicted accurately therefore the dates may be subject to change.
Holidays in Punjab During January 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Sunday | 9 January | Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji Jayanti
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| Wednesday | 26 January | Republic Day
|
Holidays in Punjab During February 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Saturday | 5 February | Vasant Panchami
|
| Wednesday | 16 February | Guru Ravidas Jayanti
|
Holidays in Punjab During March 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Tuesday | 1 March | Maha Shivaratri
|
| Saturday | 19 March | Holi |
Holidays in Punjab During April 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Sunday | 10 April | Ram Navami
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| Thursday | 14 April | Mahavir Jayanti
|
| Thursday | 14 April | Vaisakhi
|
| Thursday | 14 April | Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
|
| Friday | 15 April | Good Friday |
Holidays in Punjab During May 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Tuesday | 3 May | Eid-Ul-Fitr
|
| Tuesday | 3 May | Lord Parshuram Jayanti |
Holidays in Punjab During June 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Friday | 3 June | Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji's Martyrdom Day
|
| Tuesday | 14 June | Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti |
Holidays in Punjab During July 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Sunday | 10 July | Bakri Eid |
Holidays in Punjab During August 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Monday | 15 August | Independence Day |
| Friday | 19 August | Janmashtami
|
| Sunday | 28 August | Parkash Utsav Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji |
Holidays in Punjab During September 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Monday | 26 September | Agarsain Jayanti
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| Wednesday | 28 September | S. Bhagat Singh Ji Jayanti |
Holidays in Punjab During October 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Sunday | 02 October | Gandhi Jayanti
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| Wednesday | 05 October | Vijaya Dashami
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| Sunday | 09 October | Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti/Vishwakarma Diwas
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| Tuesday | 25 October | Diwali |
Holidays in Punjab During November 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Tuesday | 8 November | Guru Nanak Jayanti
|
| Monday | 28 November | Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji’s Martyrdom Day |
Holidays in Punjab During December 2022
| Day | Date | Holiday Name |
|---|
| Sunday | 25 December | Christmas
|
| Thursday | 29 December | Guru Gobind Singh Jayanthi |
Note: The holidays mentioned above are for Punjab, including the following popular cities.
Ludhiana
Amritsar
Jalandhar
Patiala
Bhatinda
Hoshiarpur
Mohali
Batala
Pathankot
Moga
Also, read: India Public Holidays List 2022
Top Festivals in Punjab:
Punjab is known for its rich culture. Traditionally, it was known as the land of the five rivers. As the state has enough natural resources, most of its festivals are related to winter, summer, and monsoon seasons. Punjab’s festivals are lively and vibrant. If you get a chance, try to visit Punjab during one of its popular festivals. Here’s a list of popular festivals and events celebrated in Punjab.
Lohri: This is among the most prominent festivals in Punjab. Lohri falls in the winter solstice. It involves lighting a bonfire and preparing a feast. Lohri involves singing and dancing around the bonfire and feasting on traditional delicacies.
Baisakhi: Baisakhi or Vaisakhi is known as a harvest festival. It is also celebrated as a Sikh New Year. This festival is often celebrated in April throughout the state. People decorate their homes, wear new clothes, and celebrate life during Baisakhi.
Sports Festival: This traditional sports festival is celebrated in Ludhiana. It is also known as Kila Raipur festival and is held in February. The list of sporting events held at the festival is as follows: archery, fencing, gymnastics, aerobics, etc. Bullock cart races and camel races are the festival’s main attraction.
Patiala Craft Mela: As the name suggests, this event is held in Patiala’s Sheesh Mahal Art Gallery. Skilled craftsmen from different places assemble in Patiala to display their wares. This event lasts for 15 days and features the state’s traditional craft items and furniture.
Holla Mohalla: Holla Mohalla was initiated by Guru Gobind Singh. It is usually held in March, around the same time as Holi. A fair is organised in Anandpur Sahib for three days where people view a range of activities like kirtans, poetry, and fighting prowess. Holla Mohalla ends with a military-style procession.
Other State Public Holiday List 2022:
