7th july public holiday india: Public Holiday 7th July

Public Holiday 7th July 2025: Muharram is observed as a public holiday in India. All schools, colleges, bank, post offices, government, some private sectors will be closed this day. Public Holiday Declared – In a significant announcement, the Government of India has declared 7 July 2025 as a nationwide public holiday. This decision comes following a high-level notification released by the Ministry of Home Affairs, citing national observance and administrative requirements. It is important to note that July 7 is not a bank holiday, as per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar list. Banks will remain closed on July 6 as it is a Sunday. 7th July Public Holiday India: India will celebrate Muharram on July 6 or 7, subject to moon sighting, with July 6 being the official date as of today, July 5. Muharram is the first month of the Islamic calendar and is the start of the Islamic New Year. It is an important religious event, especially for Shia Muslims.