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Public Holiday: 44 days of annual leave; government offices and banks will be closed - THIS state issues holiday calendar 2026

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Bihar: The holiday calendar for 2026 lists all of the main holidays and celebrations, including Holi, Eid, Diwali, Durga Puja, Mahashivratri, Buddha Purnima, Christmas, Republic Day, and Independence Day.
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