From Diwali to Chhath Puja, these holidays vary significantly by location. This guide outlines the key holidays and state-specific observances, helping customers plan banking activities effectively
In November 2024, banks in India will observe 13 holidays, including weekends and regional festivals. The holiday schedule varies by state due to local celebrations. Here’s a detailed list of key bank holidays for the month:
Bank Holidays in November 2024
Date | Day | Holiday Description | Celebrated In |
1 November | Friday | Diwali Amavasya (Laxmi Pujan)/Deepawali/Kut/Kannada Rajyotsava | Tripura, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Manipur, Jammu & Kashmir, Meghalaya |
2 November | Saturday | Diwali (Bali Pratipada)/Govardhan Puja/Vikram Samvat New Year | Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh |
3 November | Sunday | Weekly holiday | All states |
7 November | Thursday | Chhath Puja (Evening Arghya) | West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand |
8 November | Friday | Chhath Puja (Morning Arghya) and Wangala Festival | Bihar, Jharkhand, Meghalaya |
9 November | Saturday | Second Saturday | Nationwide |
10 November | Sunday | Weekly holiday | All states |
12 November | Tuesday | Egaas-Bagwal | Uttarakhand |
15 November | Friday | Guru Nanak Jayanti/Kartika Purnima/Rahas Purnima | Multiple states including Punjab, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha |
17 November | Sunday | Weekly holiday | All states |
18 November | Monday | Kanakadasa Jayanti | Karnataka |
23 November | Saturday | Fourth Saturday and Seng Kut Snem | Meghalaya |
24 November | Sunday | Weekly holiday | All states |
- In addition to the above holidays, the banks will remain closed on all Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.
- Customers can check dates with local branches for holidays subjected to different observances by region.
- Online banking services remain open during holidays for any transaction and other banking requirements.
In November 2024, several states in India will observe unique bank holidays that are not recognized in other states. Here’s a list of those specific holidays along with the states where they will be observed:
Unique Bank Holidays in November 2024
Date | Day | Holiday Description | Celebrated In |
1 November | Friday | Kut | Manipur |
1 November | Friday | Puducherry Liberation Day | Puducherry |
1 November | Friday | Haryana Day | Haryana |
1 November | Friday | Karnataka Rajyotsava | Karnataka |
1 November | Friday | Kerala Piravi | Kerala |
8 November | Friday | Wangala Festival | Meghalaya |
15 November | Friday | Guru Nanak Jayanti | Punjab, Chandigarh |
18 November | Monday | Kanakadasa Jayanti | Karnataka |
22 November | Friday | Seng Kut Snem | Meghalaya |
Key Observations
- All of them are state-specific or combined from several states that represent local cultural or historical significance.
- Karnataka Rajyotsava is a state's formation day. Wangala Festival, however, is the harvest festival of the Garo tribe in Meghalaya.
- The observance of these holidays can make the differing banking operations across the country adversely affect customer access to services.
Customers are advised to confirm with the local banks the holiday schedule so that they can avoid inconveniences while observing these holidays.
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