Bakr Id/Eid ul-Adha
Many Muslims in India celebrate Eid al-Adha (Id-ul-Zuha or Bakr-Id), which is on the 10th to 13th days of the Islamic month of Dhul Hijja. more
Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar in India
Eid-al-Fitr (Eid al-Fitr, Eid ul-Fitr, Id-Ul-Fitr, Eid) is the first day of the Islamic month of Shawwal. It marks the end of Ramadan, which is a month of fasting and prayer. Many Muslims attend communal prayers, listen to a khutba (sermon) and give zakat al-fitr (charity in the form of food) during Eid al-Fitr.
Is Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar a Public Holiday?
Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar is a public holiday. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
Many Muslims dress in fine clothing and children receive gifts on Eid al-Fitr.
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About Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar
Read more about Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar.Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2015–2020.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Sun | Jul 19 | Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar | Muslim, Common local holiday |
| 2016 | Wed | Jul 6 | Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar | Muslim, Common local holiday |
| 2017 | Mon | Jun 26 | Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar | Muslim, Common local holiday |
| 2018 | Fri | Jun 15 | Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar | Muslim, Common local holiday |
| 2018 | Sat | Jun 16 | Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar | Gazetted Holiday |
| 2019 | Wed | Jun 5 | Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar | Gazetted Holiday |
| 2020 | Mon | May 25 | Ramzan Id/Eid-ul-Fitar | Muslim, Common local holiday |
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