India, June 26 -- India is observing Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, on Friday, June 26, 2026, marking one of the most significant occasions in the Islamic calendar. Ashura is a gazetted public holiday in India. Schools, colleges, many government offices, banks, and several public institutions are closed in observance of the day. Religious processions and commemorative gatherings are being held in many parts of the country.

When is Muharram in India?

In India, Ashura, the 10th day of Muharram, is being observed on Friday, June 26, 2026. The occasion marks the most significant day of the sacred month of Muharram, which began on June 17, 2026, following the sighting of the crescent moon.

Muharram 2026 India: When is Ashura in India?

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