Makar Sankranti Bank Holiday: UP Govt Changes Date to Jan 15, Confusion Cleared

• Uttar Pradesh government officially declares January 15, 2026, as a Public Holiday for Makar Sankranti.
• All government offices, schools, and banks in UP will be closed on January 15, not January 14.
• The change was made due to astrological calculations and public sentiment, as the Sun's transit occurs at night.
• January 15 is now a 'Public Holiday' under the Negotiable Instruments Act 1881, replacing the earlier 'Restricted Holiday' on Jan 14.
• Astrologers confirm January 15 as the true auspicious period for bathing and donations, marking the Sun's Uttarayan.

Why It Matters: Uttar Pradesh government shifts Makar Sankranti holiday to January 15, ensuring all banks and offices are closed.