August commences with a significant closure, as banks in Puducherry remain shut for four days, including August 15 (Thursday), August 16 (Friday) to observe Independence Day and De Jure Transfer Day, respectively.
Date & Month | Day | Holiday |
---|---|---|
August 10 | Saturday | Second Saturday Bank Holiday |
August 15 | Thursday | Independence Day |
August 16 | Friday | De Jure Transfer Day |
August 24 | Saturday | Fourth Saturday Bank Holiday |
Independence Day holds immense historical importance, marking the end of British rule in 1947 and the establishment of an independent Indian nation. It also symbolizes the partition of the subcontinent into India and Pakistan, a momentous event etched in history.
De Jure Transfer Day is a local public holiday celebrated in Puducherry every year on August 16. This date marks the merger of Puducherry with the Indian Union, which occurred on August 16, 1962. Since this day follows Indian Independence Day, Puducherry observes a two-day holiday during this period.