Every year the festival of Diwali is celebrated with great pomp all over the country. It is a symbol of going from darkness to light, and people eagerly wait for this occasion. This time there was some confusion about Diwali whether it will be celebrated on 31 October or 1 November. Let us know how many holidays have been declared on Diwali in different states.

Uttar Pradesh three days of fun

The Uttar Pradesh government has declared a holiday for Diwali on 31 October. Apart from this, Govardhan Puja will be celebrated on 2 November and Bhai Dooj on 3 November. This time there is a special opportunity for families during Diwali in UP, in which they will celebrate this great festival together.

Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Rajasthan

In Madhya Pradesh, there will be a holiday on 1 and 2 November on Diwali. Also, Bihar will have a holiday on November 1 and 2. Rajasthan will have a three-day holiday this year from October 31 to November 2, where there is a special tradition of earthen lamps and traditional decorations.

This is the situation in Gujarat.

Gujarat also celebrates the New Year along with Diwali. There will be a three-day holiday here from October 31 to November 2. People will be busy cleaning their houses and doing puja during this time, which will increase the importance of the festival even more.

Two-day holiday in Maharashtra

Maharashtra usually has a two-day holiday on Diwali. This time government offices will remain closed on November 1 and 2. Apart from this, schools are likely to get a 7 to 10-day holiday before and after Diwali, so that children can enjoy this festival with their families.

Two-day holiday

In Tamil Nadu, a holiday has been announced on October 31 and November 1 on Diwali. Fireworks and sweets have special significance in this state, due to which people are making special preparations. It is a time for families to come together and share happiness.

Karnataka, Kerala and other states

Karnataka will have a holiday on November 1 and 2 on Diwali, while Kerala has declared a one-day holiday on November 1. Smaller states like Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Assam, and Odisha will have one to two days off, depending on local traditions.