August 2024 Brings Extended Breaks For Indian Professionals With Two Long Weekends

August brings two extended weekends for Indian working professionals, providing opportunities for relaxation and travel.

Working professionals in India have cause for celebration as August approaches. Two long weekends are scheduled for the month, which makes it the ideal time to relax and explore.

On Thursday, August 15, Independence Day, which also happens to be Parsi New Year, begins the first long weekend. Employees can take a five-day break beginning on Friday, August 16 and ending on Monday, August 19, in observance of Raksha Bandhan.

First long weekend: 5 days