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Ladakh Holidays: List of Public Holidays in Ladakh in 2023

Team AckoFeb 16, 2024

Public holidays in Ladakh in 2023 are days when the general public gets a day off as government offices, most private offices, colleges and schools remain closed during these days. Hence, you should be aware of such days when planning your day-to-day tasks. A holiday list will come in handy in this regard. Read ahead for a comprehensive list of government holidays in Ladakh in 2023.

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Upcoming Public Holidays in Ladakh

Here are the upcoming government holidays in Ladakh in July- 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Friday

29-Jul

Muharram

List of Government Holidays in Ladakh in 2023

The following table highlights the public holidays in Ladakh in the calendar year 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Thursday

26-Jan

Republic Day 

Wednesday

8-Mar

Holi

Tuesday

21-Mar

Nauroz

Tuesday

4-Apr

Mahavir Jayanti

Friday

14-Apr

Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar

Saturday

22-Apr

Eid-ul-Fitr 

Friday

5-May

Buddha Purnima

Wednesday

29-Jun

Bakra Eid

Friday

29-Jul

Muharram

Tuesday

15-Aug

Independence Day

Thursday

28-Sept

Eid-E-Milad

Monday

2-Oct

Gandhi Jayanti

Tuesday

24-Oct

Dussehra

Sunday

12-Nov

Deepavali

Monday

27-Nov

Guru Nanak’s Birthday

Wednesday

13-Dec

Losar

Monday

25-Dec

Christmas

Government Holidays in Ladakh in January 2023

You can refer to the table below for the list of public holidays in Ladakh in January 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Thursday

26-Jan

Republic Day 

Government Holidays in Ladakh in February 2023

There are no public holidays in Ladakh in February 2023.

Government Holidays in Ladakh in March 2023

Here’s a list of government holidays in Ladakh in March 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Wednesday

8-Mar

Holi

Tuesday

21-Mar

Nauroz

Government Holidays in Ladakh in April 2023

The following table provides the list of public holidays in Ladakh in April 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Tuesday

4-Apr

Mahavir Jayanti

Friday

14-Apr

Birth Anniversary of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar

Saturday

22-Apr

Eid-ul-Fitr 

Government Holidays in Ladakh in May 2023

Here’s a table with the Ladakh Government holidays in May 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Friday

5-May

Buddha Purnima

Government Holidays in Ladakh in June 2023

The table mentioned below provides the list of public holidays in Ladakh in June 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Wednesday

29-Jun

Bakra Eid

Government Holidays in Ladakh in July 2023

Please refer to the table below for Ladakh’s public holiday list in July 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Friday

29-Jul

Muharram

Government Holidays in Ladakh in August 2023

Following are the government holidays in Ladakh in August 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Tuesday

15-Aug

Independence Day

Government Holidays in Ladakh in September 2023

The table mentioned below denotes the public holidays in Ladakh in September 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Thursday

28-Sept

Eid-E-Milad

Government Holidays in Ladakh in October 2023

Here is a list of Ladakh Government holidays in October 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Monday

2-Oct

Gandhi Jayanti

Tuesday

24-Oct

Dussehra

Government Holidays in Ladakh in November 2023

The table shared below provides the list of public holidays in Ladakh in November 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Sunday

12-Nov

Deepavali

Monday

27-Nov

Guru Nanak’s Birthday

Government Holidays in Ladakh in December 2023

Following are the government holidays in Ladakh in December 2023.

Day

Date

Holiday Name

Wednesday

13-Dec

Losar

Monday

25-Dec

Christmas

Start planning your vacation

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Ladakh: An Overview

Ladakh is a place with a unique landscape, traditions and cultures. Apart from the renowned tourist attractions, it is also known for its unique festivals and fairs. Some of the prominent festivals of this union territory are Losar Festival, Hemis Tsechu, Sindhu Darshan Festival, Ladakh Harvest Festival, Saka Dawa Festival and Ladakh Festival. These festivals will give you a glimpse of this land's rich heritage and culture.

  • The Losar Festival marks the beginning of the year in Tibetan Buddhism. It is also one of the biggest festivals in Ladakh and spans 15 days. It involves feeding ancestors, gods and animals, and people also consume Tibetan Beer or Changkol. Ibex Deer dances and staged fights between good and evil are the highlights of this festival.

  • Hemi Tsechu is a festival that marks the birth of one of the founders of Tibetan Buddhism, Guru Padmasambhava. The festival is celebrated in the Hemis Monastery. Masked dances and colourful silk attires worn by the monks are the highlights of this festival.

  • Saka Dawa is a festival that symbolises the birth of Sakyamuni, the other name for Lord Gautam Buddha when he attained enlightenment. People chant the "Om Mani Padme Hum" mantra during this festival. People also erect a new flag pole at Tarpoche and hang new flags on it.

  • Ladakh Festival will give you a glimpse of the rich culture and heritage of the land. The tourism department organises it to promote tourism and help the locals. You can witness various cultural programs, traditional music, and folk dances, enjoy local delicacies and watch sports such as archery and polo matches. It is a must-visit festival if you are in Ladakh.

Disclaimer: The information in this article is compiled by referring to different sources on the internet. The list of holidays may change as per the state/central government notifications.

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