Muharram 2024 Holiday In India. Muharram marks the commencement of the islamic new year, as it is regarded as the first month as per islamic calendar. With the new year just around the corner, the central government has released the list of gazetted and restricted holidays for 2024.

In 2024, ashura falls on july 17. It is a time for reflection and mourning, particularly amongst shia muslims, who commemorate the martyrdom of hazrat imam hussain.