Jaipur, April 9: Rajasthan is set to witness a rare five-day government holiday stretch starting Wednesday, April 10, due to a combination of public holidays and the weekend. Most government offices across the state will remain closed during this period, bringing a welcome break for employees and an opportunity for travel and leisure.

5 Days of Holidays from April 10–14
Here’s a breakdown of the consecutive holidays:
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April 10 (Wednesday): Mahavir Jayanti
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April 11 (Thursday): Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jayanti
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April 12 (Friday): Working day for schools, but Saturday holiday for government offices
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April 13 (Saturday): Weekend holiday
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April 14 (Sunday): Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti
While April 12 is not a holiday for most schools, employees and students can opt for one day’s leave to enjoy an extended 5-day break.
Travel Plans Soar as Employees Eye Extended Weekend
Many government employees are reportedly planning vacations or short pilgrimages to take advantage of this long break. Popular religious sites and tourist destinations in Rajasthan and neighboring states are expected to see a spike in footfall.
More Holidays Coming Later This Month
Notably, this isn’t the only long break in April. A 3-day weekend is expected later in the month:
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April 18 (Thursday): Good Friday
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April 19 (Saturday)
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April 20 (Sunday)
This rare occurrence of multiple extended holidays in one month is encouraging families and individuals to make leisure plans and unwind from their routine schedules.
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