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Holidays in November 2023

November is a month of holidays and festivals, making it an ideal month for a well-deserved break. It's a great time to go on a trip, visit your kinfolk or loved ones, return to your hometown if you work away from it, or you might just want a pause from your busy work life — to rest, sleep, cook, eat, watch movies, or dine out. Whatever your reasons, November is a good option for taking some time off.
Thus, Urban Money compiled a list of holidays in November 2023, in India, along with relevant details. We also categorised these holidays into two sections: holidays in November 2023 and bank holidays in November 2023. Let's scroll down to know more.
List of Public Holidays in November 2023
Let's take a look at a list of public holidays in November 2023:
Date | Day | Holiday | States |
01 November 2023 | Wednesday | Puducherry Liberation Day, Haryana Day, Kannada Rajyotsava, Kerala Piravi | Puducherry, Haryana, Karnataka, and Kerala respectively |
12 November 2023 | Sunday | Nationwide | |
13 November 2023 | Monday | Govardhan Puja/Vikram Samvat New year | Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, Bihar, Gujarat |
15 November 2023 | Wednesday | Bhai Dooj | Nationwide |
19 November 2023 | Sunday | Chhath Puja | Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh |
23 November 2023 | Thursday | Seng Kut Snem | Meghalaya |
24 November 2023 | Friday | Lachit Divas | Assam |
27 November 2023 | Monday | Guru Nanak Jayanti/ Karthik Purnima | Nationwide |
List of Bank Holidays in November 2023
Below is the list of bank holidays in November 2023 and government holidays in November 2023.
Date | Day | Holiday | States |
01 November 2023 | Wednesday | Puducherry Liberation Day, Haryana Day, Kannada Rajyotsava, Kerala Piravi. | Puducherry, Haryana, Karnataka, and Kerala respectively |
12 November 2023 | Sunday | Diwali | Nationwide |
19 November 2023 | Sunday | Chhath Puja | Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh |
23 November 2023 | Thursday | Seng Kut Snem | Meghalaya |
24 November 2023 | Friday | Lachit Divas | Assam |
27 November 2023 | Monday | Guru Nanak Jayanti/ Karthik Purnima | Nationwide |
A Brief Description of Holidays in November 2023
Following is a short description of an array of holidays in November 2023 India.
Diwali
Diwali is one of the festivals in India, celebrated over five days. In Hindu Mythology, Diwali signifies the spiritual triumph of “light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.” This year, Diwali is celebrated on Sunday, November 12th nationwide.
Bhai Dooj
Bhai Dooj is a Hindu festival representing the eternal love between siblings. Typically, on this day, sisters seek blessings from God for their brothers' long lives, health, and prosperity. In return, brothers give gifts to their beloved sisters. Namely, this festival comes on the final day of the five-day-long Diwali celebration. This year, Bhai Dooj is celebrated on Wednesday, November 15th in India.
Guru Nanak Jayanti
Guru Nanak Jayanti is a religious festival commemorating the birth of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus. He's renowned for his teaching regarding God's unity, the equality of all individuals, and the significance of meditating. Notably, his teachings are preserved in the holy text known as Guru Nanak Dev. This year, Guru Nanak Jayanti is celebrated nationwide on Monday, November 27th.
Karthik Purnima
Kartika Purnima is a Hindu, Sikh and Jain cultural festival. It is also known as Tripurari Purnima or Deva-Deepawali, the gods' festival of lights. Typically, Karthik Purnima falls on the full moon/Purnima day or the fifteenth lunar day of the month of Kartik. However, this year, Karthik Purnima falls on November 27th, 2023, which is the same day Indians celebrate Guru Nanak Jayanti. And, in India, both festivals are considered as government holidays in November 2023.
Chhath Puja
Chhath Puja is a Hindu festival historically native to Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and the Nepalese provinces of Madhesh and Lumbini. On this occasion, people worship and express gratitude to the Sun God. Notably, during this day, devotees observe strict fasting, immerse themselves in water, and offer prayers to the Sun. This year, Chhath Puja is celebrated on Sunday, November 19th.
November Holiday Destinations 2023
Following is the list of ideal destinations for these holidays in November 2023.
Goa
Goa offers sights to behold, places to wander, and nights to cherish. Goa is also renowned for its beaches, ranging from bustling spots like Baga and Palolem to serene fishing villages like Agonda. Moreover, Goa extends its choices into historic churches, delectable food, Portuguese legacy, and more.
Varanasi
Varanasi is ranked as a most oldest and holiest Hindu city globally, holding profound reverence. Notably, every November, the city hosts the Ganga Mahotsav. This is a five-day festival which is conducted on the banks of the Ganges. Moreover, this place serves as a treasure trove for enthusiasts of Indian culture and craftsmanship. Hence, for the national holidays in November 2023, this is an ideal destination to be.
Sanasar
Take a break from your busy schedule and visit Sanasar with your loved ones to relax, seize peace, and immerse yourself in ingenious natural beauty. You can also go camping, paragliding, zorbing, and many more. Notably, this beautiful destination is located in the state of Jammu And Kashmir.
Wayanad
Wayanad is a lovely hill station located in Kerala, God’s own country. You can find an abundance of plantations, forests, wildlife and vibrant cultural scene. All these elements mesh up to make Wayanad one of the ideal romantic destinations in India during November.
Delhi
Regarding the national holidays in November 2023, Delhi takes a prominent spot. Namely, Delhi’s weather is at its best during this month, coinciding with the three-day annual Qutub Festival at Qutub Minar. Moreover, the must-visit sites include Humayun’s Tomb, Akshardham Temple, Red Fort, India Gate, Lotus Temple, Taj Mahal, and more. Again, you can experience a heritage walk, shop in flea markets, savour incredible street food, enjoy qawwals in Nizamuddin Dargah, and have a delightful Sunday in Rahgiri.
Long Weekend Holidays in November 2023
Following are a couple of viable options for those who seeking long weekend holidays in November 2023.
Option 1: The first long weekend is from Friday, November 10, to Wednesday, November 15.
- Friday, 10 November – Take a day off
- Saturday, 11 November – General holiday
- Sunday, 12 November – Diwali
- Monday, 13 November – Govardhan Puja/Vikram Samvat New year
- Tuesday, 14 November – Take a day off
- Wednesday, 15 November – Bhai Dooj
Option 2: The first long weekend is from Thursday, November 23 to Monday, November 27.
- Thursday, 23 November – Seng Kut Snem
- Friday, 24 November – Lachit Divas
- Saturday 25 November – General holiday
- Sunday, 26 November – General holiday
- Sunday, 27 November – Guru Nanak Jayanti/ Karthik Purnima
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FAQ
How many holidays are there in November 2023?
Eight holidays in November 2023.
What special day is in November 2023?
Following are the special days, also the government holidays in November 2023: Diwali, Govardhan Puja, Bhai Dooj, Chhath Puja, Seng Kut Snem, Lachit Divas, Guru Nanak Jayanti, Karthik Purnima, Puducherry Liberation Day, Haryana Day, Kannada Rajyotsava, Kerala Piravi.
How many official holidays in November 2023?
Six official/bank holidays in November 2023.
Popular destinations to visit during these holidays?
The following are some best destinations to visit during these holidays, among many: Goa, Varanasi, Delhi, Sanasar, Wayanad, Sundarbans, Bodh Gaya, Almora, Bundi, Amritsar, Manali, Hampi, Coorg.
What are the major Public holidays in India during the month of November?
Diwali (12 November 2023), Bhai Dooj (15 November 2023), and Guru Nanak Jayanti (15 November 202) are the public/national holidays in November 2023.
Where can you find a list of all India's public and bank holidays for November 2023?
Via Urban Money, you can find a list of all the public and bank holidays in November 2023.