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Janmashtami 2026 in India

Krishna Janmashtami (Krishnashtami, Saatam Aatham, Gokulashtami, Astami Rohini, Srikrishna Jayanti, Sree Jayanthi, Janmashtami) is one of the most important Hindu festivals that celebrates the birth of Krishna, the eighth incarnation of the god Vishnu. It is celebrated on the eighth day of the Hindu month of Bhadrava, which is usually in August or September.

Is Janmashtami a Public Holiday?

Janmashtami is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

Krishna is the eight incarnation of the god Vishnu.

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About Janmashtami

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Janmashtami Observances

Note: During a gazetted holiday, government offices and most businesses are closed so people have a day off work.

Year Weekday Date Name Holiday Type
2020 Wed Aug 12 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2021 Mon Aug 30 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2022 Fri Aug 19 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2023 Thu Sep 7 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2024 Mon Aug 26 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2025 Sat Aug 16 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2026 Fri Sep 4 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2027 Wed Aug 25 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2028 Sun Aug 13 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2029 Sat Sep 1 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday
2030 Wed Aug 21 Janmashtami Gazetted Holiday

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