List of Holidays in November 2024

With chilly weather and several public and government holidays in November, you can easily plan your vacations.

Here is the list of holidays in November 2024.

In addition to the above holidays, check the following days when banks will remain closed. 

Here is a brief description of some of the above-mentioned holidays:

• Govardhan Puja

Observed in north Indian states, this Hindu festival usually falls the day after Diwali. People celebrate this day by worshipping Lord Krishna and performing many rituals for prosperity. 

• Vishwakarma Puja 

Hindu mythology considers Lord Vishvakarma as the God of creation and architect of the world. Thus, people worship Vishvakarma on this day by praying and cleansing their workplaces and tools. Offices and factories often remain closed on this day.

• Bhai Dooj

Bhai Dooj is a festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters.  According to folklore, Lord Krishna visited his sister, Subhadra, after defeating Narakasura. Since that day, Bhai Dooj has been celebrated, where sisters prepare delicious foods and pray for their brothers’ longevity and prosperity.

• Chhat Puja

Chhath Puja is a four-day festival primarily celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Uttar Pradesh. On this day, devotees perform rituals to thank the Sun god for life on earth. People observe the day by fasting from sunrise to sunset and breaking it after performing the rituals. 

• Birsa Munda Birth Anniversary

Birsa Munda was a tribal leader, freedom fighter, and a folk hero. On his birth anniversary, the Madhya Pradesh State government announced a gazetted holiday to honour his contribution to the Indian independence movement. 

• Seng Kut Snem

This is an important festival for the Khasi community in Meghalaya. This religious day marks the end of the year as a Thanksgiving festival. It is also culturally important, as on this day, Khasi youths started a movement for the protection of their indigenous culture against the British colonials. 

Check out a few exciting destinations you can visit during November 2024 holidays.

• Bihar

A land of Buddhist culture and non-violence movement, travelling to Bihar can be a very enlightening experience. Bihar has many popular destinations, but you must visit the village of Bodh Gaya to see the Bodhi Tree, where Buddha received enlightenment. You can also see the ruins of Nalanda University. 

• Gujarat

If you wish to take a vacation in Gujarat, there are many sights worth seeing. Gir National Park, Somnath Temple, Rann of Kutch, the ancient city of Lothal, and the Statue of Unity are some of these places.

• Puducherry 

Also known as Pondicherry, this union territory near Tamil Nadu has many beautiful beaches and tourist places. If you wish to have a relaxing time at the seashore, Paradise Beach, Auroville Beach and Seaside Promenade are worth visiting in Puducherry. 

 

Some popular destinations, apart from beaches, include the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Jawahar Toy Museum, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Temple, and Immaculate Conception Church. You can visit all these locations and more to witness the rich culture and architecture. 

• Madhya Pradesh

At the heart of incredible India is Madhya Pradesh which has many forts, wildlife, cultural festivals, and more. Bhopal, Indore, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Khajuraho, and Sanchi are hotspots for a perfect vacation.

In November 2024, you get three long holidays, as follows: 

• 1 November - Friday - Vishvakarma Puja / Kut / Puducherry Liberation Day

• 2 November - Saturday - Govardhan Puja 

• 3 November - Sunday - Bhai Dooj 

• 15 November - Friday - Guru Nanak's Birthday

• 16 November - Saturday - Weekend 

• 17 November - Sunday - Weekend 

 

With these dates marked on your calendar, you can easily decide when you want to take a vacation in November. Moreover, if you need funds for the same, you can apply for a personal loan on Bajaj Markets. Choose from top lenders to enjoy affordable interest rates and quick processing.