The primary purpose of the Odisha Government Calendar 2024 goes beyond marking dates. It serves as a comprehensive communication tool, informing citizens about government initiatives, cultural events, and public holidays. This strategic approach aids in fostering a sense of community and inclusivity.
Public Holidays – Odisha Government Calendar 2024
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Makar Sankranti | 15th January 2024 |
| Subash Chandra Bose Jayanti/Vir Surendra Sai Jayanti | 23rd January 2024 |
| Republic Day | 26th January 2024 |
| Basanta Panchami | 14th February 2024 |
| Panchayatiraj Dibas | 5th March 2024 |
| Maha Shivaratri | 8th March 2024 |
| Dola Purnima | 25th March 2024 |
| Holi | 26th March 2024 |
| Good Friday | 29th March 2024 |
| Utkal Divas | 1st April 2024 |
| Id-Ul-Fitre | 11th April 2024 |
| Ram Navami | 17th April 2024 |
| Budha Purnima/ Birthday of Pandit Raghunath Murmu | 23rd May 2024 |
| Sabitri Amabasya | 6th June 2024 |
| Pahili Raja | 14th June 2024 |
| Raja Sankranti | 15th June 2024 |
| Id-ul-Zuha | 17th June 2024 |
| Muharram | 17th July 2024 |
| Independence day | 15th August 2024 |
| Jhulana Purnima | 19th August 2024 |
| Janmastami | 26th August 2024 |
| Ganesh Puja | 7th September 2024 |
| Birthday of Prophet Mohammad | 16th September 2024 |
| Gandhi Jayanti/Mahalaya | 2nd October 2024 |
| Maha Saptami | 10th October 2024 |
| Mahastami | 11th October 2024 |
| Kumar Purnima | 16th October 2024 |
| Diwali/Kali Puja | 31st October 2024 |
| Rasa Purnima | 15th November 2024 |
| X-Mas Day | 25th December 2024 |
Optional Holidays
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Guru Govind Singh Birthday | 17th January 2024 |
| Foundation Day of Bramho Samaj | 25th January 2024 |
| Easter Saturday | 30th March 2024 |
| Birthday of Raja Ram Mohan Roy | 22nd May 2024 |
| Bahuda Yatra | 15th July 2024 |
| Christmas eve | 24th December 2024 |
