Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has released the official list of holidays for the year 2025, which will be observed across the Union Territory.
The list, issued through a Government Order dated December 29, a copy of which lies with the news agency JKNS includes both general and region-specific holidays.
It reads as, key holidays observed throughout the Union Territory include Republic Day on January 26, Eid-ul-Fitr on March 31, Independence Day on August 15, and Christmas Day on December 25.
Additionally, provincial holidays have been outlined for both Kashmir and Jammu provinces. In Kashmir, significant holidays include Urs Shah-i-Hamdan Sahib and Mela Khir Bhawani, while in Jammu, holidays such as Lohri and Shri Guru Ravi Das’s Birthday are marked.
The list also highlights local holidays specific to certain areas. For instance, Kishtwar and Bhaderwah will observe unique holidays such as the Kailash Yatra and Mela Bahu Fort. Furthermore, restricted holidays, including Parshuram Jayanti and Raksha Bandhan, are available for optional observance.
The announcement also states that all Muslim holidays are subject to the moon sighting, with adjustments made accordingly. This order was issued by the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir.— (JKNS)