Jammu and Kashmir Public Holidays List 2025: The lieutenant governor’s decision to exclude holidays honoring 1931 martyrs and party founder Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah from 2025’s list disappointed the ruling National Conference in Jammu and Kashmir. “Today’s list of holidays and the decision reflect the BJP’s disregard for Kashmir’s history and democratic struggle,” National Conference (NC) chief spokesman Tanvir Sadiq wrote on X on Sunday night.
Earlier this month, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah hinted about restoring Article 370-abolished vacations. We had hoped for holidays honoring Sher-e-Kashmir Sheikh Mohammad Abdullah and the July 13th martyrs, but their absence does not reduce their significance or our heritage. Sadiq mentioned in the post that these holidays will return. Jammu & Kashmir declared July 13 a public holiday to honor the 23 men killed by Dogra Maharaja’s army in 1931.
Jammu and Kashmir Public Holidays List 2025
Here are some interesting facts about Jammu and Kashmir presented in a table format:
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Geography | Jammu and Kashmir is divided into three regions: Jammu, Kashmir Valley, and Ladakh. |
| Capital | Srinagar is the summer capital, while Jammu is the winter capital. |
| Population | It is the only state in India with a Muslim majority population. |
| Cultural Heritage | The region has a rich cultural heritage influenced by Hinduism, Buddhism, and Islam. |
| Dal Lake | Home to the world’s only floating post office on Dal Lake. |
| Pashmina Shawls | Famous for Pashmina shawls made from the Changthangi goat’s underbelly. |
| Chenab Bridge | The highest bridge in the world at a height of 1,178 feet. |
| Traditional Drink | Kahwa tea, made with saffron, cardamom, and cinnamon. |
| State Bird | Black-necked Crane. |
| State Animal | Hangul (Kashmiri stag). |
| Languages | Spoken languages include Kashmiri, Urdu, Dogri, Pahari, Balti, Ladakhi, Gojri, Shina, and Pashto. |
| Famous Gardens | Mughal Gardens in Srinagar, built during the Mughal era. |
| Pilgrimage Sites | Vaishno Devi Temple and Amarnath Temple are major Hindu pilgrimage sites. |
| Handicrafts | Known for shawls, carpets, and papier-mâché items. |
| Cuisine | Famous dishes include rogan josh, dum aloo, and kahwa. |
| Historical Significance | Srinagar was founded by Emperor Ashoka in 250 BC. |
General Public Holidays:
Here is the list of general public holidays:
- Republic Day: January 26, 2025
- Maha Shivaratri: February 26, 2025
- Holi: March 14, 2025
- Shab-e-Qadr: March 27, 2025
- Jumat-ul-Vida: March 28, 2025
- Eid-ul-Fitr: March 31, 2025
- Ram Navami: April 6, 2025
- Baisakhi: April 13, 2025
- Buddha Purnima: May 12, 2025
- Eid-ul-Adha: June 7-8, 2025
- Independence Day: August 15, 2025
- Janmashtami: August 16, 2025
- Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi: September 5, 2025
- Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Birthday: November 5, 2025
- Christmas Day: December 25, 2025
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Additional Regional Holidays:
Here is the list of general public holidays:
- Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Birthday: January 6, 2025
- Shab-e-Miraj: January 27, 2025
- Navroz: March 21, 2025
- Buddha Purnima: May 12, 2025
- Guru Hargobind Ji’s Birthday: July 5, 2025
- Ashoora: July 6, 2025
- Accession Day: October 26, 2025
Local Holidays:
Here is the list of general public holidays:
- Lohri: January 13, 2025 (Jammu Province)
- Shri Guru Ravidass’s Birthday: February 12, 2025 (Jammu Province)
- Mela Bahu Fort: April 5, 2025 (Jammu District)
- Mahavir Jayanti: April 10, 2025 (Jammu District)
- Good Friday: April 18, 2025 (Jammu District)
- Sarthal Devi Ji Yatra: July 2-3, 2025 (Kishtwar District)
- Kailash Yatra: August 20-21, 2025 (Bhaderwah and Bhalla Tehsils)
- Mela Pat: August 29-30, 2025 (Bhaderwah and Bhalla Tehsils)
- Urs Shah Asraruddin Sahab: November 10, 2025 (Kishtwar, Doda, and Ramban Districts)
To download official calendar, click here: Jammu and kashmir holidays calendar 2025
