Bank Holiday Alert: Will Branches Be Closed Today? See RBI's Full November Schedule

New Delhi: As the festive season continues, many people are curious about bank holiday schedules for Saturday, November 2, 2024. Today marks Govardhan Pooja, an important celebration for many, along with Diwali (Bali Pratipada) and Vikram Samvat New Year, leading to partial bank closures across India.

Are Banks Closed Today?According to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) official holiday list, bank branches will be closed today in certain states to observe these festivities. However, banks in other regions will remain open, depending on local holiday observances. Bank Holidays In November 2024Bank branches across India will be closed for up to 13 days in November 2024 due to various festivals and holidays, according to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). While bank branches will be unavailable on these days, customers can still access digital banking services, such as online banking, mobile apps, and ATMs, as they will continue to function normally except during any scheduled maintenance. Bank Holidays In NovemberThe holidays this month include Diwali (Bali Pratipada), Kannada Rajyotsava, Chhath Puja, Guru Nanak Jayanti, and several regional observances, such as Wangala Festival and Seng Kutsnem. Banks will also be closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, as is customary.In states like Karnataka and Maharashtra, banks will observe a four-day closure from November 1 to 3 due to Diwali holidays and the weekend. Similarly, banks in Uttarakhand and Sikkim will experience a three-day closure, followed by Sunday. Additionally, on November 23, banks in Meghalaya will be closed for Seng Kutsnem, while others will close for the fourth Saturday.Below are the key bank holidays in November:November 1: Diwali AmavasyaNovember 2: Diwali (Bali Pratipada)November 7-8: Chhath PujaNovember 9: Second SaturdayNovember 12: Egas-BagwalNovember 15: Guru Nanak JayantiNovember 18: Kanakadasa JayantiNovember 23: Seng Kutsnem, Fourth SaturdayFor a detailed holiday list by state, customers can check the RBI’s website.