District Administration Chamba, Government of Himachal Pradesh, issued list of local holidays for the calendar year 2026 for various subdivisions, tehsils, and sub-tehsils of Chamba district.
The notification includes local fairs and festivals observed in various parts of the district including Minjar Mela, Manimahesh Mela (Yatra), Jukaru Festival, Fullyatra, Chhinj fairs, Jatars and other local festivals.
Official notification issued from the office of the Deputy Commissioner, Chamba is available on the official District Chamba website.
Chamba Public Holidays 2026 Important Details
| Details | Specifics |
|---|---|
| District | Chamba, Himachal Pradesh. |
| Issuing Authority | Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Chamba |
| Notification | Local Holidays for Calendar Year 2026 |
| Notification Date | 15 December 2025 |
| Reference No. | CBA-Acctt-20(2)/2024-41098-41218 |
| Year Covered | 2026 |
| Subject | Local Holidays of Various Sub-Divisions, Tehsils & Sub-Tehsils of District Chamba |
| Official Source | District Chamba, Govt. of Himachal Pradesh |
The notification is available on District Chamba notice board and the coverage period is from 1 January 2026 to 31 December 2026 and original document of 854 KB.
Chamba: Local Holidays Declared in Various Areas
The notice does not give one common holiday date for the entire district. Instead it provides the list of local fairs and festivals along with the appropriate sub-division, tehsil or sub-tehsil.
Subdivision, Chamba
The notification for Chamba Sub-Division says:
| Local Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Minjar Mela | 3 August 2026 | Monday |
| Manimahesh Mela (Yatra) | 19 September 2026 | Saturday |
The district’s 2026 holiday announcement includes these and other notable local events.
Pangi Subdivision
The notification mentions two local dates for Pangi Sub-Division:
| Local Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Jukaru Festival | 18 February 2026 | Wednesday |
| Thursday | 15 October 2026 | |
| Full Moon |
Churah Tehsil
Below is the list of local holidays for Churah Tehsil.
| Local Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Chhinj Mela, Bhanjararu | 11 July 2026 | Saturday |
| Jatra Mela, Bairagarh | 20 July 2026 | Monday |
Tehsil Salooni
The notification is regarding Salooni Tehsil excluding the areas of Bhalei and Telka which are separately mentioned.
Local Event, Date, Day
| Local Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Salooni Jatar | Saturday May 16 2026 | |
| Surgani Chhinj Fair | 7 Sep 2026 | Monday |
Telka and Bhalai
The notification states separately the following:
| Area | Local Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Sub-Tehsil Bhalei | Bhalei Chhinj Fair | 11-09-2026 |
| Sub-Tehsil Bhalei | Minjar Fair | 3 August 2026 |
| Sub-Tehsil Telka | Telka Chhinj Fair | 10 September 2026 |
| Sub-Tehsil Telka | Gadh Mata Jatar | 16 September 2026 |
The corresponding days also are given in the original notification.
Bhatiyat, Sihunta & Kakira Areas
The notification also contains the local events of Sub-Tehsil Kakira, Tehsil Sihunta and Tehsil Bhatiyat.
| Area | Local Event | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatiyat Tehsil | Cowari Chhinj | 24 June 2026 |
| Tehsil | Nag Mandour Jatar Bhatiyat | 26-09-2026 |
| Sihunta | Chhinj Fair Sihunta Tehsil | 10 June 2026 |
| Tehsil Sihunta | Nahoun Kunjar Mahadev | 19 September 2026 |
| Sub-Tehsil Kakira | Chhinj | 24 June 2026 |
| Sub-Tehsil Kakira | Nahoun Kunjar Mahadev | 19 September 2026 |
Bharmour Dalhousie
The list also has local holidays for Bharmour and Dalhousie areas.
In the case of Tehsil Bharmour, the notification mentions Minjar Mela on 3 August 2026 and Bharmour Jatar on 11 September 2026.
Below are the events of Sub-Division Dalhousie:
- Ashad Nag Mela, Banikhet on 25 June 2026
- Minjar Mela on 3 August 2026
Important Note About the Original Notification
The date in the original scanned document is inconsistent and should not be silently altered when reproducing the official record.
The first page has the Chamba local holiday notification for calendar year 2026 and the second page has two entries under Tehsil Holi with dates from 2023. These dates are not listed here as 2026 holidays as they are listed in the official document itself. If you use that specific entry, check it against the original document or a later official clarification.
This is also the reason why the original government PDF should be taken as final reference for the complete notification.
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What the Chamba Holiday Notification Covers
The notification is particularly linked to local holidays related to fairs and festivals in different parts of Chamba district.
Dates differ according to the local administrative area. It is, therefore, not correct to treat a holiday automatically notified for one sub-division, tehsil or sub-tehsil as a holiday for whole of Chamba district.
The original notification also sends copies to various district and government authorities like Chief Secretary, Divisional Commissioner, district level officers, Tehsildars/Naib-Tehsildars, municipal authorities and other offices.
Where to Check the Official Chamba Holiday List
The notification can be seen in the Notice Board section on the official District Chamba website. The original PDF, as published by the district administration, is on the page.
Chamba Local Holidays 2026 – Download Official Notification: Original Government PDF
Official Notice Page: District Chamba – List of Holidays Year 2026
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What are the Chamba local holidays for 2026?
The District Administration has declared holidays on the occasion of fairs and festivals in different sub divisions, tehsils and sub-tehsils of Chamba district.
When is Minjar Mela 2026 in Chamba?
According to the official notification, Minjar Mela will be organized for Chamba Sub-Division on August 3, 2026. The notification also mentions the same date for some other areas.
When is Manimahesh Mela Yatra 2026?
The notification has mentioned the Manimahesh Mela (Yatra) under Chamba Sub-Division as 19 September 2026.
Who issued the Chamba local holiday notification?
Notification issued by the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Chamba, District Chamba, Government of Himachal Pradesh.
Does every local holiday apply to the entire Chamba district?
Nah. The notification has earmarked separate fairs and festivals for different sub-divisions, tehsils and sub-tehsils. The original notification should therefore be checked for the applicable area.
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