In accordance with the powers vested under the explanation of Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Central Act 26 of 1881), coupled with the Government of India, Ministry of Home Affairs Notification No.20/25/56/Pub-1 dated 30.11.1957, the Government of Jammu and Kashmir, through the General Administration Department, has officially declared the public holidays for the calendar year 2024.
The published list, provided in the annexure to the official order by the Lieutenant Governor, J&K, encompasses a series of holidays observed under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. Key dates include Republic Day on 26.01.2024, Mahashivratri on 08.03.2024 (Friday), Holi (Jammu Province only) on 25.03.2024 (Monday), Yearly Closing of Banks on 01.04.2024 (Monday), Jumat-ul-Vida* on 05.04.2024 (Friday), Shab-I-Qadr* on 07.04.2024 (Sunday), 1st Navratra on 09.04.2024 (Tuesday), Eid-ul-Fitr* on 13.04.2024 (Friday), Baisakhi on 11.04.2024 (Thursday), and Birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on 14.04.2024 (Sunday).
Further dates outlined in the official calendar include Buddha Purnima on 23.05.2024 (Thursday), Eid-ul-Azha* on 17.06.2024 (Monday) & 18.06.2024 (Tuesday), Guru Hargobind Ji’s Birthday on 05.07.2024 (Friday), Ashoora* on 17.07.2024 (Wednesday), Independence Day on 15.08.2024 (Thursday), Janamashtami on 26.08.2024 (Monday), Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi* on 16.09.2024 (Monday), Friday following Eid-i-Milad-ul-Nabi* on 20.09.2024 (Friday), Birthday of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji on 23.09.2024 (Monday), Mahatma Gandhi’s Birthday on 02.10.2024 (Wednesday), Dussehra on 12.10.2024 (Saturday), Accession Day on 26.10.2024 (Saturday), Diwali on 01.11.2024 (Friday), Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Birthday on 15.11.2024 (Friday), and Christmas Day on 25.12.2024 (Wednesday).
It is imperative to note that the observance of Muslim Holidays is contingent upon the appearance of the Moon.
This comprehensive list aims to provide clarity and advance notice for citizens, businesses, and government institutions in Jammu and Kashmir to plan their activities and operations effectively throughout the upcoming year.
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