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Father's Day in India

Father’s Day is celebrated worldwide to recognize the contribution that fathers and father figures make to the lives of their children. This day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting. Although it is celebrated on a variety of dates worldwide, many countries observe this day on the third Sunday in June.

Is Father's Day a Public Holiday?

Father's Day is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, June 16, 2019 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in India.

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Father's Day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting.

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About Father's Day

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Father's Day Observances

Holiday currently only shown for years 2015–2020.

YearWeekdayDateNameHoliday Type
2015SunJun 21Father's DayObservance
2016SunJun 19Father's DayObservance
2017SunJun 18Father's DayObservance
2018SunJun 17Father's DayObservance
2019SunJun 16Father's DayObservance
2020SunJun 21Father's DayObservance

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