Pongal 2025: Is January 14 A Bank holiday In Tamil Nadu ? Check Full List Of Public Holidays In 2025

Pongal is one of the majorly celebrated festivals in Tamil Nadu. It marks the end of the traditional farming season and the beginning of a new agricultural cycle. Most of the workplaces, schools, and other organizations remain shut as it is a major public holiday in Tamil Nadu.

Is January 14 a bank holiday in Tamil Nadu?

Yes, January 14 is a bank holiday in Tamil Nadu. Banks across the state will remain closed as Pongal is one of the most important festivals in South India. It also marks the beginning of the Tamil month 'Thai,' which is considered auspicious.

Pongal Celebrations in Tamil Nadu

Pongal in Tamil Nadu is celebrated as a four-day harvest festival as a gratitude to the Sun God, Mother Nature, and the farmers. Day 1 of Pongal is called Bhogi Pongal, which begins with the cleaning of the house and lighting fires, making kolam at the entrance of the house to invite prosperity. The second day, the main day of the festival, is Thai Pongal, where families prepare a special dish called Pongal using freshly harvested rice, jaggery, milk, and ghee.

The third day, Mattu Pongal, is dedicated to cattle worship, and the final day, Kaanum Pongal, is a day of social gatherings and outings. People visit temples to offer prayers for their well-being and prosperity.

Some of the traditional dishes that are prepared during Pongal include Sakkarai Pongal (sweet Pongal made with jaggery and rice), Ven Pongal (savory Pongal made with rice, lentils, and spices), Murukku, and Adhirasam (traditional snacks).

Tamil Nadu Public Holiday List for 2025

The Tamil Nadu government has announced the list of public holidays for 2025, including 23 additional holidays apart from the regular Sundays. These holidays cover significant festivals, national celebrations, and important occasions observed in the state.

Public Holidays in January 2025

The year begins with five public holidays in January:

• New Year's Day-January 1 (Wednesday)
• Pongal - January 14 (Tuesday)
• Thiruvalluvar Day-January 15 (Wednesday)
• Uzhavar Thirunal - January 16 (Thursday)
• Republic Day-January 26 (Sunday)

Public Holidays in February 2025

• Thai Poosam - February 11 (Tuesday)

Public Holidays in March 2025

• Telugu New Year's Day-March 30 (Sunday)
• Idu'l Fitr - March 31 (Monday)

Public Holidays in April 2025

• Mahaveer Jayanthi - April 10 (Thursday)
• Tamil New Year's Day/Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's Birth Anniversary - April 14 (Monday)
• Good Friday-April 18 (Friday)

Public Holidays in May 2025

• May Day-May 1 (Thursday)

Public Holidays in June 2025

• Bakrid (Idul Azha) - June 7 (Saturday)

Public Holidays in July 2025

• Muharram - July 6 (Sunday)

Public Holidays in August 2025

• Independence Day-August 15 (Friday)
• Krishna Jayanthi - August 16 (Saturday)

Public Holidays in September 2025

• Vinayakar Chathurthi - August 27 (Wednesday)
• Milad-un-Nabi - September 5 (Friday)

Public Holidays in October 2025

• Ayudha Pooja - October 1 (Wednesday)
• Vijaya Dasami/Gandhi Jayanthi - October 2 (Thursday)
• Deepavali - October 20 (Monday)

Public Holidays in December 2025

• Christmas-December 25 (Thursday)