List of Government and Bank Holidays in Nagaland in 2025

Nagaland is home to as many as 17 major tribes and sub-tribes with different customs and traditions. Although Nagaland receives its majority of tourists during the Hornbill Festivals, every distinct community has its own festivals and traditions, earning it the name of “Land of Festivals.”

Scroll down to get an approximate idea of the long weekends and government holidays observed in Nagaland in 2025.

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Government Holidays in Nagaland
Bank Holidays in Nagaland
Important Dates and Festivals in Nagaland
Frequently Asked Questions

List of Government Holidays in Nagaland in 2025

Keeping track of the government holidays helps you plan your vacations efficiently, especially during long weekends. It also allows you to avoid meetings and appointments on those days.

The following section has a list of all the government holidays for Nagaland in 2025:

Date	Day	Holidays
1st January	Wednesday	New Year's Day
26th January	Sunday	Republic Day
14th March	Friday	Holi
31st March	Monday	Eid ul-Fitr
18th April	Friday	Good Friday
19th April	Saturday	Easter Saturday
20th April	Sunday	Easter Sunday
7th June	Saturday	Bakrid / Eid al-Adha
15th August	Friday	Independence Day
16th August	Saturday	Janmashtami
5th September	Friday	Eid-e-Milad
1st October	Wednesday	Maha Navami
2nd October	Thursday	Gandhi Jayanti/ Vijaya Dashami
20th October	Monday	Diwali
5th November	Wednesday	Guru Nanak Jayanti
25th December	Thursday	Christmas Day

List of Bank Holidays in Nagaland in 2025

A list of bank holidays in India helps you plan your financial work and important transactions. Bank holidays sometimes delay the necessary transactions, which in turn affects businesses and their employees.

Go through the following list to learn about the bank holidays:

Date	Day	Holidays
1st January	Wednesday	New Year’s Day
11th January	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
25th January	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
26th January	Sunday	Republic Day
8th February	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
22nd February	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
8th March	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
14th March	Friday	Holi
22nd March	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
31st March	Monday	Eid ul-Fitr
12th April	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
18th April	Friday	Good Friday
19th April	Saturday	Easter Saturday
20th April	Sunday	Easter Sunday
26th April	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
10th May	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
24th May	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
7th June	Saturday	Eid al-Adha
14th June	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
28th June	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
12th July	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
26th July	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
9th August	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
15th August	Friday	Independence Day
16th August	Saturday	Janmashtami
23rd August	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
5th September	Friday	Eid-e-Milad
13th September	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
27th September	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
1st October	Wednesday	Maha Navami
2nd October	Thursday	Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti/ Vijaya Dashami
11th October	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
20th October	Tuesday	Diwali
25th October	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
5th November	Wednesday	Guru Nanak Jayanti
8th November	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
22nd November	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday
13th December	Saturday	2nd Saturday Bank Holiday
25th December	Thursday	Christmas
27th December	Saturday	4th Saturday Bank Holiday

List of Important Dates and Festivals in Nagaland in 2025

Nagaland is an amalgamation of impeccable culture and unprecedented traditions left to explore by tourists and travellers. Below is the list of several festivals that are celebrated with great vigour:

Sekrenyi (25th February): This is a widely known festival of the Angami tribe that goes on for 10 days and includes several traditions and the hunting of animals. The main highlight of this festival is cooking the hunted animals, which the women mainly do.
Mahashivratri (26th February): Mahashivratri marks the day when Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati entered a marriage alliance. It is generally celebrated the day before the new moon, the 14th day of every lunar month.
Holi (14th March): Apart from being the festival of colours, Holi marks the victory of Lord Narasimha over Hiranyakashyap, depicting righteousness over malevolence.
Naknyulum (29th-31st July): Naknyulem is a fun-filled festival of the people from the Chang tribe that includes a wide variety of fun sports such as tug-of-war, top-spinning, high jump, etc. It also allows the spectators to witness the mystical sound of “Kongkhim’.
Ram Navami (6th April): Lord Rama is considered the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Ram Navami marks the birth anniversary of Lord Rama and is celebrated during spring.
Mahavir Jayanti (10th April): Mahavir Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. It is one of the most important festivals of the Jains worldwide.
Maharshi Parasuram Jayanti (29th April): Maharshi Parasuram Jayanti marks the birth anniversary of Lord Parasuram, who is believed to be the source of prosperity and well-being.
Maharana Pratap Jayanti (9th May): As a symbol of bravery, courage, and dedication, Maharana Pratap’s birth anniversary is celebrated with great vigour and enthusiasm throughout India.
Muharram (27th June): Besides being the Islamic calendar’s first month, Muharram is considered the second holiest month after Ramadan. It also commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussein.
Ramdev Jayanti (2nd September): Ramdev was a famous Hindu deity from the 14th century known for his kindness and miraculous powers. Ramdev Jayanti marks his birth anniversary.
Eid-e-Milad (5th September): It is celebrated during the third month of the Islamic calendar, Rabi’ al-Awwal. Eid-e-Milad marks the birth anniversary of the famous Islamic Prophet, Muhammad.
Gandhi Jayanti (2nd October): Gandhi Jayanti is a national holiday in India that marks the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the father of the nation. He was famous for his nonviolent resistance philosophies.
Maha Ashtami to Vijaya Dashami (30th September - 2nd October): These are the last two days of the nine-day-long Durga Puja celebrated in various parts of India. Maa Durga is worshipped for nine days and then immersed in the holy waters of Ganga.
Diwali (20th October): Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, depicts the victory of good over evil and knowledge over ignorance. It also talks about when Lord Rama returned to Ayodhya after a 14-year-long exile.
Bhai Dooj (23rd October): Bhai Dooj is an in-house festival that celebrates the bond of siblings and the importance of family ties. On this day, sisters perform a small ritual on their brother, along with the exchange of gifts.
Hornbill Festival (1st December - 10th December): The Hornbill Festival is one of the most popular festivals in Nagaland, native to Kohima. This festival vividly upholds Nagaland's traditions and cultures, attracting tourists from all over the world.

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This article will help you get the latest government and bank holiday updates, which will come in handy when maintaining your work-life balance. However, the dates will vary for every year.

FAQs about Government and Bank Holidays in Nagaland

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Is 25th January a holiday in Nagaland?

Instead of 25th January, 26th January is a government holiday in Nagaland.

Is 14th February 2025 a public holiday in Nagaland?

No, 14th February 2025 is not a public holiday in Nagaland. However, it is popularly celebrated as ‘Valentine’s Day’ worldwide.

Is there any provision for compensatory leave if a government holiday falls on a weekend in Nagaland?

Generally, there is no compensatory leave if a government holiday falls on a weekend.

How are holiday dates determined in Nagaland?

Holiday dates are determined based on the Gregorian calendar and local customs.

Can the holiday list change during the year in Nagaland?

Yes, the government can declare additional holidays or make changes during the year based on special circumstances.