Harshvardhan Mishra
If you’re planning your year ahead in Odisha, having a clear view of the public holidays in 2025 is essential. From cultural and religious festivals to commemorative days, the Odisha government has declared the following dates as official holidays. These holidays are recognized across government offices, banks, and many private institutions.
Below is the complete list of government holidays in Odisha for the year 2025:
List of 2025 Government Holidays in Odisha
| Date | Occasion |
|---|---|
| 14 January 2025 | Makara Sankranti |
| 23 January 2025 | Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti |
| 26 January 2025 | Republic Day |
| 03 February 2025 | Vasanth Panchami |
| 26 February 2025 | Maha Sivaratri |
| 05 March 2025 | Panchayatiraj Divas |
| 14 March 2025 | Holi |
| 31 March 2025 | Idul Fitr |
| 01 April 2025 | Odisha Day |
| 06 April 2025 | Ram Navami |
| 13 April 2025 | Maha Vishuba Sankranti |
| 14 April 2025 | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
| 18 April 2025 | Good Friday |
| 07 June 2025 | Bakrid / Eid al-Adha |
| 14 June 2025 | Pahili Raja |
| 15 June 2025 | Raja Sankranti |
| 27 June 2025 | Ratha Yatra |
| 06 July 2025 | Muharram |
| 08 August 2025 | Jhulan Purnima |
| 15 August 2025 | Independence Day |
| 16 August 2025 | Janmashtami |
| 27 August 2025 | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 28 August 2025 | Nuakhai |
| 05 September 2025 | Eid-e-Milad |
| 21 September 2025 | Mahalaya Amavasye |
| 29 September 2025 | Maha Saptami |
| 30 September 2025 | Maha Ashtami |
| 01 October 2025 | Maha Navami |
| 02 October 2025 | Vijaya Dashami / Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti |
| 06 October 2025 | Lakshmi Puja |
| 07 October 2025 | Maharshi Valmiki Jayanti |
| 21 October 2025 | Diwali |
| 05 November 2025 | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| 25 December 2025 | Christmas Day |
Plan Ahead
These holidays are a blend of national events, regional observances, and religious festivals. Planning ahead can help you make the most of long weekends, festive preparations, and family gatherings. Whether you’re traveling, celebrating at home, or just taking a break from work, keep this list handy throughout the year.
