Frequently Asked Questions - Hindu Holidays

Hindu Holiday Dates, 2012

When is Holi?
The Holi Spring festival will be on 8th March, 2012.

When is the Hindu New Year?
The beginning of the New Year in the Hindu solar calendar, will be on 12th April 2012.

When is Raksha Bandhan or Rakhi?
This year's Rakhi celebration will be on August 2nd, 2012. .

When is Diwali (Deepavali)?
This year's Diwali celebration will begin on November 13th 2012.

Diwali (Deepavali ) is also celebrated by Sikhs and Jains.

Why not send a Diwali gift basket to friends, family or colleagues in the UK?