Public Holiday: The second month of the new year is about to begin and with it the series of festivals and holidays. In the beginning of the month of February itself, children and adults are going to enjoy two consecutive days of holiday. 2 February is Sunday, which is a weekly holiday. The next day, on 3 February, is the festival of Basant Panchami.
Due to this, most schools, colleges and government offices will remain closed. This holiday will be a relief not only for children but also for working people.
Holiday Calendar for Government Employees
Like every year, the government has released a holiday calendar for 2025. It contains the number of holidays fixed for government employees from January to December.
- January: 5 days
- February: 8 days
- March: 9 days
- April: 9 days
- May: 7 days
- June: 7 days
- July: 4 days
- August: 7 days
- September: 7 days
- October: 10 days
- November: 5 days
- December: 6 days
These holidays include national festivals, religious festivals and weekly holidays. This calendar is very important for government employees as well as students and other working classes.
Why is Saraswati Puja celebrated?
Saraswati Puja, also known as Basant Panchami, is a major festival of Indian culture and tradition. This festival is celebrated in honor of Maa Saraswati, the goddess of learning and wisdom. Goddess Saraswati is considered a symbol of education, music and art. On the day of Basant Panchami, Goddess Saraswati is worshiped and blessings of knowledge and wisdom are sought from her.
Saraswati Puja celebrated in schools and colleges
The month of February is also special for students. In this month, special programs are organized in schools and colleges during Saraswati Puja. Students and teachers together install the idol of Maa Saraswati and sing devotional songs. On this day, children get a chance to seek blessings for success in their studies and career.
How to make the most of your holidays?
Getting two consecutive days off is a great opportunity to spend time with family. During this time, you can clean the house, play with children or pursue a hobby. If possible, you can also visit a nearby religious or tourist place. This time will help you feel refreshed by giving you a break from your daily routine.
Other important festivals and holidays in February
February is not only the month of Saraswati Puja but also of other important festivals. Festivals like Shivratri and Sant Ravidas Jayanti also fall in this month. Many states declare public holidays on the occasion of these festivals. Thus, this month brings a combination of festivals and holidays.
Cultural Significance of Basant Panchami
The festival of Basant Panchami is special not only from religious but also from cultural point of view. This day is considered to be the beginning of spring season. This time symbolizes the blooming of nature and the beginning of life with new energy. Kite flying is also organized on this day in many parts of India. People decorate homes and temples and wish each other on the festival.
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