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Makar Sankranti in India
Makar Sankranti Observances
Holiday currently only shown for years 2012–2019.
Note: Individuals can take a limited number of restricted holidays but government offices and most businesses remain open. This system gives individuals the flexibility to take time off to celebrate a holiday within India's vast religious and cultural society.
| Year | Weekday | Date | Name | Holiday Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Sun | Jan 15 | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 2013 | Sun | Jan 13 | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 2014 | Tue | Jan 14 | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 2015 | Wed | Jan 14 | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 2016 | Thu | Jan 14 | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 2017 | Sat | Jan 14 | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 2018 | Sun | Jan 14 | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
| 2019 | Mon | Jan 14 | Makar Sankranti | Restricted Holiday |
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