No, 9th January 2024 is not a bank holiday India. While January has several bank holidays in India, none fall on the 9th. The closest upcoming bank holidays in January in Madhya Pradesh are:
- 11th January: Missionary Day (Mizoram)
- 12th January: Swami Vivekananda Jayanti (West Bengal)
- 15th January: Magh Bihu (Assam)
- 16th January: Thiruvalluvar Day (Tamil Nadu)
Additionally, every Sunday and the second and fourth Saturdays of each month are bank holidays throughout India. So, the next bank holiday in Madhya Pradesh after January 9th would be Sunday, January 14th, 2024.
What is special on 9th January 2024
While January 9th, 2024, isn’t a national holiday in any country, it still holds several special designations depending on your focus:
Internationally:
- International Choreographers Day: Celebrate the art of dance creation and the visionaries behind iconic moves.
- National Shop for Travel Day: Spark your wanderlust by planning your next adventure or browsing travel deals.
- Play God Day: Embrace the power of imagination and make the world your sandbox for a day.
- National Balloon Ascension Day: Take to the skies (figuratively or literally) and commemorate the invention of the hot air balloon.
- Poetry at Work Day: Inject some creativity into your workday by sharing poems, writing your own, or simply appreciating the beauty of language.
In India:
- NRI (Non-Resident Indian) Day or Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: A day to recognize the vital contributions of the overseas Indian community to India’s development. This day also commemorates Mahatma Gandhi’s return to India from South Africa on January 9th, 1915.
Other possibilities:
- Personal celebration: Did you or someone you know have a birthday, anniversary, or another special occasion on January 9th?
- Local events: Check your local area for any specific festivals, exhibitions, or community gatherings happening on that day.
Ultimately, the “specialness” of January 9th, 2024, depends on your perspective and interests. Whether you embrace an international theme, celebrate something closer to home, or simply create your own personal joy, make the most of it!
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