August Holidays 2026: Every year, the month of August brings a host of festivals and holidays. It is a special month for children, as schools often close for several days due to these festivities. Meanwhile, working professionals and government employees also benefit from public holidays. If you are planning a trip or have important bank-related work in August, be sure to check the holiday dates in advance. Major festivals such as Hareli, Independence Day, Eid-e-Milad (Milad-un-Nabi), and Raksha Bandhan will be celebrated in August 2026. Schools will observe a four-day break due to these festivals, while banks and government offices will also remain closed on specific dates. Planning ahead can help you avoid any inconvenience.
When will schools remain closed in August 2026?
12 August – Hareli
15 August – Independence Day
26 August – Eid-e-Milad (Milad-un-Nabi)
28 August – Raksha Bandhan
When will public holidays be observed in Chhattisgarh?
According to the list of public holidays declared by the state government, government offices will remain closed on the following days in August 2026:
9 August – World Tribal Day
12 August – Hareli
15 August – Independence Day
26 August – Eid-e-Milad (Milad-un-Nabi)
28 August – Raksha Bandhan
If you have any important bank-related work, keep these dates in mind:
8 August (Saturday) – Second Saturday
15 August (Saturday) – Independence Day
22 August (Saturday) – Fourth Saturday
25 August (Tuesday) – Eid-e-Milad
Additionally, banks will remain closed on 9, 16, 23, and 30 August as these are Sundays. This means banking operations will be suspended for several days during the month. Therefore, it is advisable to complete any essential banking tasks beforehand. A Total of 107 Days Off in 2026
The Chhattisgarh government has released the list of public and optional holidays for the year 2026, which has been published in the official gazette. According to the government calendar, employees will receive a total of 107 days off in 2026. This includes 18 public holidays, 28 general holidays (excluding Saturdays and Sundays), and 61 optional holidays. Government employees, teachers, and staff working in other departments will benefit from this calendar.
