January 2024 Festival Calendar, Check Complete List Here
Festivals Calendar in January 2024: India is a nation characterised by a rich tapestry of diverse religions and festivals. Throughout the year, we joyously celebrate a myriad of festivals that span the spectrum of cultural and religious diversity. The majority of these festivities are deeply rooted in ancient Indian traditions and often align with the changing seasons. Each festival carries a historical significance, woven into the cultural and linguistic fabric that spans the entire country.
According to the English calendar, January is the first month of the year 2024. As we embark on the journey of the New Year, individuals embrace fresh aspirations, set new goals, and make resolutions. People plan their work, career and other important task in the starting month of the year. Here explores the Festival calendar in January 202, and provides insights on how you can plan your moves during these Holidays.
January 2024 Festival Calendar List
The famous festival of Lohri is going to fall in the third week of the month. Lohri marks the beginning of a new harvest season. It is primarily celebrated by the people of Sikh and Hindu communities in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent. Another important festival is Makar Sankranti which is going to be observed on the next day of Lohri.
| Festival | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| New Year | January 1 | Monday |
| ? Saphala Ekadashi?? | January 7 | Sunday |
| Masik Shivratri/Pradosh Vrat | January 9 | Tuesday |
| National Youth Day | January 12 | Friday |
| Swami Vivekananda Jayanti | January 12 | Friday |
| Lohri | January 14 | Sunday |
| Makara Sankranti | January 15 | Monday |
| Pongal/Uttarayana | January 15 | Monday |
| Magha Bihu | January 16 | Tuesday |
| Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti | January 17 | Wednesday |
| Tailang Swami Jayanti | January 21 | Sunday |
| Paush Putrada Ekadashi | January 21 | Sunday |
| Pradosh Vrat | January 23 | Tuesday |
| Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti | January 23 | Tuesday |
| Hazarat Ali's Birthday | January 24 | Wednesday |
| Paush Purnima | January 25 | Thursday |
| Republic Day | January 26 | Friday |
Holiday calendar for January 2024
When is Lohri in 2024?
Lohri is celebrated on the 14th of January every year and marks the last few days and culmination of Winter. In 2024 too, it falls on 14th January.
When is Makar Sankranti in 2024?
Makar Sankranti is celebrated in the Hindu calendar (lunar) month of Magh. However, unlike other Hindu festival dates which vary every year, Makar Sankranti falls on the 14th or 15th of January every year. In 2024 Makar Sankranti will fall on January 15th.
When is Ekadashi in January 2024
- Saphala Ekadashi fast will be observed on January 7, 2024.
- Pausha Putrada Ekadashi Vrat will be observed on January 21, 2024.
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