Andhra Pradesh is situated in the south-eastern part of India. The state is rich with resources such as mining and famous for its power plants. It boasts of rich culture and several tourist destinations inviting visitors from across the world. In this article, discover the list of Andhra Pradesh public holidays in 2021 along with festival details.
Andhra Pradesh Public Holidays Calendar List 2021:
Andhra Pradesh (AP) observes public holidays during which time most businesses and other institutions are closed. Below are the AP General Holidays which includes the list of 2021 Andhra Pradesh Public Holidays Calendar.
List of Holidays 2021 in Andhra Pradesh:
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During January 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Thursday
14 January
Pongal
Friday
15 January
Kanuma Panduga
Tuesday
26 January
Republic Day
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During February 2021
No public holidays in Andhra Pradesh during February 2021.
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During March 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Thursday
11 March
Maha Shivaratri
Monday
29 March
Holi
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During April 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Friday
2 April
Good Friday
Monday
5 April
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti
Tuesday
13 April
Ugadi
Wednesday
14 April
Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
Wednesday
21 April
Sri Rama Navami
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During May 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Thursday
13 May
Eid-ul-Fitr
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During June 2021
No public holidays in Andhra Pradesh during June 2021.
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During July 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Tuesday
20 July
Bakrid/Eid-al-Adha
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During August 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Tuesday
10 August
Muharram
Sunday
15 August
Independence Day
Monday
30 August
Janmashtami
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During Septemer 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Friday
10 September
Ganesh Chaturthi
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During October 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Saturday
2 October
Gandhi Jayanti
Wednesday
13 October
Maha Ashtami
Friday
15 October
Vijaya Dashami
Tuesday
19 October
Eid-e-Milad
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During November 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Thursday
4 November
Diwali
Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During December 2021
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Saturday
25 December
Christmas
List of Holidays 2020 in Andhra Pradesh:
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During January 2020:
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Wednesday
15 January
Sankranti (Pongal)
Thursday
16 January
Kanuma Panduga
Sunday
26 January
Republic Day
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During February 2020:
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Friday
21 February
Maha Shivratri
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During March 2020:
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Tuesday
10 March
Holi
Wednesday
25 March
Ugadi (Telugu New Year)
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During April 2020:
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Thursday
2 April
Ram Navami
Sunday
5 April
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti
Friday
10 April
Good Friday
Tuesday
14 April
Dr Ambedkar Jayanti
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During May 2020:
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Sunday
24 May
Eid-ul-Fitr
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During July 2020:
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Friday
31 July
Bakrid/Eid-al-Adha
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During August 2020:
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Tuesday
11 August
Janmashtami
Saturday
15 August
Independence Day
Saturday
22 August
Ganesh Chaturthi
Sunday
30 August
Muharram
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During October 2020:
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Friday
2 October
Gandhi Jayanti
Saturday
24 October
Maha Ashtami
Monday
26 October
Vijaya Dashami
Friday
30 October
Eid-e-Milad
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During November 2020:
Day
Date
Holiday Name
Saturday
14 November
Diwali
Public Holidays in Andhra Pradesh During December 2020:
Festivals of Andhra Pradesh is filled with rich culture, traditions along with religious prayers and poojas. Below are some of the famous festivals in the state of Andhra Pradesh:
Sankranti: Also known as Makar Sankranti, the Hindu festival is celebrated in reverence to God Surya.
Ganesh Chaturthi: The Hindu festival celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesh who is considered to bring wisdom and, arts and science.
Maha Shivratri: Along with Andhra Pradesh other states in India observe Maha Shivratri by Hindus worshipping Lord Shiva and a Jaagaran is held at night.
Durgashtami: Devotees of Goddess Durga perform pooja to the Goddess and observe fast to mark the eighth day.
Diwali: The biggest Hindu festival celebrated by people across the world marking the victory of good over evil.
Christmas: Followers of Christ mark this day as the birth of Jesus Christ with exchange of pleasantries and delicious food.
Independence Day: India celebrates its independence from British rule on 15 August every year. The day is marked with parades and showcase of the rich, diverse culture of the country.