Banks to Remain Closed on Multiple Days in November Due to Festive Season

Banks across the country will remain closed for six days out of seven during upcoming festival days next week, including Diwali and Bhai Dooj, with holiday dates varying by city based on local celebrations. ## Regional Holidays According to the Reserve Bank of India annual holiday list, bank closures depend on regional festivals. On November 9, banks are closed in Chandigarh, Madhya Pradesh and some other states for Govardhan Puja and Vishwakarma Day. November 10 brings closures in Maharashtra and Gujarat for Bali Pratipada, Vikram Samvat New Year and Gujarati New Year. November 11 marks Bhai Dooj, Bhratridwitiya and Chitragupt Jayanti closures in specific states. November 14 is the second Saturday bank holiday nationwide, along with the Wangala festival in Meghalaya. November 15 brings Chhat Puja and Birsa Munda Jayanti closures in applicable states, which is also a Sunday. November 16 sees closures in specific states for Chhat Puja. Later in the month, November 23 brings a closure in Meghalaya for Nongkrem dance or Seng Kut Snem, November 24 marks Guru Nanak Jayanti, Kartik Purnima and Lachit Divas in specific states, November 28 is the fourth Saturday holiday, and November 29 is a Sunday. In West Bengal specifically, banks observe closures on dates like November 11 for Bhai Dooj and November 24 for Guru Nanak's birthday, alongside regular Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays.

Digital Services

While physical bank branches remain closed during these holidays, customers can still use ATMs, UPI apps, mobile banking, and internet banking for transactions. However, physical cash deposits, clearing checks, and updating passbooks will not be available on these specific holiday dates at the branches.

Context

The Reserve Bank of India releases an annual list of holidays to help customers plan their financial tasks around regional and national festivals. Digital banking channels remain operational during these breaks to ensure essential financial services stay accessible when physical branches are shut.