Are you looking for the Haryana Calendar November 2026? You are in the right place. This comprehensive guide covers every holiday, festival, and special observance in the official Haryana Government Calendar for November 2026 — including Gazetted Holidays, Restricted Holidays, NI Act Bank Holidays, and Special Days. Whether you are a government employee, student, bank staff member, or a resident of Haryana planning your November schedule, this article gives you everything you need.
November 2026 is without doubt one of the most festive and historically significant months in the entire Haryana calendar year. It opens with Haryana Day on November 1, soars to the brilliance of Diwali on November 8, continues through the sacred observances of Chhath Puja and Govardhan Puja, and concludes with the divine celebration of Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Gurpurab on November 24. This is a month that truly embodies the cultural richness, spiritual diversity, and proud heritage of Haryana.
Haryana Government Calendar 2026
The Haryana Government Calendar is officially published every year by the General Administration Department (GAD), Government of Haryana. It is the authoritative document governing all public holidays, optional restricted holidays, and bank closures for the year.
Holiday categories in the Haryana Government Calendar include:
- Gazetted Holiday (GH): Mandatory closure for all government offices, courts, banks, and public institutions
- Restricted Holiday (RH): An optional holiday that government employees can choose from an approved list, subject to prior approval
- NI Act Holiday: A holiday specifically for banks under the Negotiable Instruments Act
- Special Day: An officially acknowledged date of cultural or historical significance — offices may or may not close
- Public Holiday Excluded*: The occasion falls on a Sunday or another non-working day, so no additional compensatory holiday is granted
November 2026 features two Gazetted Holidays, two Restricted Holidays, two Special Days, and several important observances — making it one of the most event-rich months of the year for Haryana.
Haryana Calendar November 2026 – Complete Holiday & Festival Table
Here is the complete, verified, day-by-day table of all holidays and festivals in the Haryana Calendar for November 2026:
| Date | Day | Occasion / Festival | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 November 2026 | Sunday | Haryana Day | Festival (Public Holiday Excluded*) |
| 08 November 2026 | Sunday | Diwali (Deepavali) | Festival (Public Holiday Excluded*) |
| 09 November 2026 | Monday | Vishvakarma Day | Gazetted Holiday / NI Act |
| 09 November 2026 | Monday | Goverdhan Puja | Restricted Holiday (RH) |
| 12 November 2026 | Thursday | Sant Namdev Jayanti | Special Day |
| 14 November 2026 | Saturday | 2nd Saturday | NI Act Holiday (Banks Only) |
| 15 November 2026 | Sunday | Chhath Puja | Restricted Holiday (RH) |
| 22 November 2026 | Sunday | Virangana Jhalkari Bai Jayanti | Special Day |
| 24 November 2026 | Tuesday | Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti (Gurpurab) | Gazetted Holiday / NI Act |
| 28 November 2026 | Saturday | 4th Saturday | NI Act Holiday (Banks Only) |
Note: Public Holiday Excluded means the occasion falls on a Sunday — no additional compensatory day off is granted. Banks are closed on 2nd Saturday (Nov 14), 4th Saturday (Nov 28), and on both Gazetted Holidays (Nov 9 and Nov 24).
Detailed Information on Each Holiday and Festival in November 2026
1. November 1, 2026 (Sunday) – Haryana Day | Festival
Haryana Day marks the birth anniversary of the state of Haryana, which was carved out of the erstwhile Punjab state on November 1, 1966, as a separate Hindi-speaking state. On this day, the people of Haryana celebrate their unique cultural identity, language, traditions, and achievements with immense pride.
The day is commemorated with official state functions, cultural performances, parades, award ceremonies, and public events across the state. Chief Ministers and senior government officials attend formal events at Gurugram, Chandigarh, Panchkula, and other cities to mark the occasion.
In 2026, Haryana Day falls on a Sunday, which means it is listed as Public Holiday Excluded — no additional compensatory holiday is given since government offices are already closed. However, the cultural celebrations take place with full enthusiasm regardless of the calendar day.
2. November 8, 2026 (Sunday) – Diwali (Deepavali) | Festival
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is the most celebrated and joyous festival in India — and it shines especially bright in the heart of Haryana. Celebrated on the Amavasya (new moon night) of the Kartik month, Diwali marks the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile and his victory over the demon king Ravana.
In 2026, Diwali falls on Sunday, November 8 — making it a Public Holiday Excluded date, as offices and schools are already closed on Sundays. However, this in no way diminishes the grandeur of the celebration. Homes and markets across Haryana are decorated with diyas, fairy lights, rangoli, and flowers. Families gather for Lakshmi Puja, exchange sweets and gifts, and light up the night sky with fireworks.
Markets in Haryana’s cities — from Gurugram to Panipat, Ambala to Hisar — buzz with activity in the days leading up to Diwali. The festival also marks the beginning of the new Hindu financial year and is considered auspicious for new ventures and purchases.
Diwali 5-Day Festival Sequence in November 2026:
- Nov 5 (Thursday) – Dhanteras
- Nov 6 (Friday) – Chhoti Diwali / Narak Chaturdashi
- Nov 8 (Sunday) – Diwali (Lakshmi Puja)
- Nov 9 (Monday) – Govardhan Puja + Vishvakarma Day
- Nov 10 (Tuesday) – Bhai Dooj
3. November 9, 2026 (Monday) – Vishvakarma Day | Gazetted Holiday / NI Act
Vishvakarma Day honours Lord Vishvakarma, the divine architect and craftsman of the gods in Hindu tradition. He is revered as the creator of celestial weapons, flying chariots, the city of Lanka, Dwarka, and Indraprastha — and is considered the patron deity of all artisans, craftsmen, engineers, architects, factory workers, and industrial workers.
In Haryana, Vishvakarma Puja is celebrated with great enthusiasm in factories, workshops, garages, printing presses, and industrial areas. Workers clean and decorate their tools and machinery, perform special puja rituals, and pray for the safe and productive functioning of their workplaces.
November 9 is a Gazetted Holiday and NI Act Holiday in Haryana, meaning all government offices, schools, and banks remain closed on this day.
4. November 9, 2026 (Monday) – Goverdhan Puja | Restricted Holiday (RH)
Govardhan Puja (Annakoot) is observed on the first day of the bright fortnight of Kartik month — the day immediately after Diwali. It commemorates Lord Krishna’s legendary act of lifting the Govardhan Hill on his little finger to protect the people of Vrindavan from Indra’s destructive torrential rains.
On this day, devotees prepare a large mound of food (Annakoot — meaning mountain of food) as an offering to Lord Krishna, symbolizing the Govardhan Hill. Temples across Haryana, especially those dedicated to Lord Krishna, organize elaborate Annakoot prasad distributions. The festival reinforces the message of community solidarity, gratitude for nature, and devotion to God.
November 9 carries a dual significance in the Haryana Calendar — it is both a Gazetted Holiday (Vishvakarma Day) and a Restricted Holiday (Govardhan Puja) — making it one of the most layered observances of the month.
5. November 12, 2026 (Thursday) – Sant Namdev Jayanti | Special Day
Sant Namdev was a revered 13th-century poet-saint from Maharashtra who is celebrated across religious traditions in India. Born in 1270 CE, Sant Namdev was a devoted bhakta of Lord Vitthal (Vishnu) and one of the most prolific composers in the Bhakti movement. His spiritual compositions transcended caste and community — many of his hymns (Abhangas) are included in the Sri Guru Granth Sahib, the holy scripture of the Sikh faith.
His life is a testament to the power of devotion over religious formality. He is equally revered by Hindus and Sikhs, and his Jayanti is observed across Haryana with kirtan programs and community gatherings. In the Haryana Calendar November 2026, his birth anniversary is recognized as a Special Day.
6. November 15, 2026 (Sunday) – Chhath Puja | Restricted Holiday (RH)
Chhath Puja is one of the most ancient and rigorous festivals in the Hindu calendar, dedicated to the Sun God (Surya Dev) and his consort Chhathi Maiya. It is observed on the 6th day (Shashthi) of the Kartik Shukla Paksha and is characterized by a strict 36-hour waterless fast observed primarily by women devotees.
The festival spans four days:
- Day 1 (Nahay Khay): The devotee takes a holy bath, cooks simple sattvic food, and begins the fast
- Day 2 (Kharna): The devotee prepares kheer and roti as offering and observes a complete fast after sunset
- Day 3 (Sandhya Arghya): Devotees gather at riverbanks, ponds, and water bodies at sunset to offer the first arghya (water offering) to the setting sun — the most iconic and visually breathtaking ritual
- Day 4 (Usha Arghya): The final arghya is offered to the rising sun at dawn, after which the fast is broken
In Haryana, Chhath Puja is widely observed near rivers like the Yamuna, Ghaggar, and Saraswati, and at large ponds and lakes. The riverbanks come alive with thousands of devotees, lamps, sugarcane, fruits, and thekua offerings. Though November 15 falls on a Sunday, it is listed as a Restricted Holiday (RH) — government employees can avail this day off with prior approval.
7. November 22, 2026 (Sunday) – Virangana Jhalkari Bai Jayanti | Special Day
Virangana Jhalkari Bai was a fearless woman warrior and soldier in the army of Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Born into the Kori community, Jhalkari Bai was known for her extraordinary physical strength, courage, and military skills. She bore a striking resemblance to Rani Lakshmibai, which she used strategically — dressing as the Rani and engaging British forces while the actual Rani escaped safely from the fort of Jhansi.
Jhalkari Bai is revered as a symbol of bravery and female empowerment, particularly among communities in Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh. Her Jayanti is observed as a Special Day in the Haryana Calendar November 2026, with cultural programs, tributes, and community events organized in her honour.
8. November 24, 2026 (Tuesday) – Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti (Gurpurab) | Gazetted Holiday / NI Act ⭐
Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti, also called Gurpurab or Prakash Utsav, is the most sacred day in the Sikh faith. It commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji — the founder of Sikhism and the first of the ten Sikh Gurus — who was born on the full moon day (Purnima) of Kartik month in 1469 CE at Rai Bhoi di Talwandi (now Nankana Sahib in Pakistan).
Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s message was one of universal love, equality, honest living, and the unity of God — transcending all barriers of religion, caste, and region. His philosophy of Seva (selfless service) and Simran (meditation on God’s name) continues to guide millions across the world.
Holiday Types at a Glance – November 2026
| Type | Full Form | Who It Affects | Mandatory Closure |
|---|---|---|---|
| GH | Gazetted Holiday | All govt. offices, banks, schools | Yes |
| RH | Restricted Holiday | Govt. employees (optional) | No |
| NI Act | Negotiable Instruments Act | Banks only | Yes (for banks) |
| Special Day | — | Cultural observance | No |
| Public Holiday Excluded* | Falls on Sunday | No additional day off granted | — |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many Gazetted Holidays are there in Haryana in November 2026?
There are two Gazetted Holidays in Haryana in November 2026 — November 9 (Vishvakarma Day) and November 24 (Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti). On both these days, all government offices, schools, courts, and banks remain closed.
Q2. Is Diwali a public holiday in Haryana in 2026?
Diwali falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026, which is already a non-working day. It is listed as Public Holiday Excluded — meaning no additional compensatory holiday is granted. However, the day after Diwali (November 9 — Vishvakarma Day) is a Gazetted Holiday.
Q3. Are banks open on November 9, 2026 in Haryana?
No. November 9 is both a Gazetted Holiday (Vishvakarma Day) and an NI Act Holiday in Haryana. All banks will remain closed. Combined with Diwali on November 8 (Sunday), this creates a back-to-back closure weekend.
Q4. Is Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti a bank holiday in Haryana in 2026?
Yes. Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti (November 24, 2026) is a Gazetted Holiday and NI Act Holiday in Haryana. All banks and government offices will remain closed on this day.
Q5. How many bank holidays are there in Haryana in November 2026?
Banks in Haryana will be closed on four days in November 2026: November 9 (Vishvakarma Day/NI Act), November 14 (2nd Saturday), November 24 (Gurpurab/NI Act), and November 28 (4th Saturday). Plus all Sundays.
Conclusion
The Haryana Calendar November 2026 is a spectacular month — brimming with light, devotion, pride, and history. From the founding pride of Haryana Day to the glittering joy of Diwali, from the rigorous devotion of Chhath Puja to the universal love proclaimed by Guru Nanak Dev Ji — November 2026 captures the very soul of Haryana in all its spiritual and cultural richness.