As Diwali approaches, banks across India will observe multiple holidays from October 29 to November 3, 2024, impacting banking services in several states. This series of holidays will be marked by celebrations including Narak Chaturdashi, Diwali, Govardhan Puja, and Bhai Dooj. However, bank closures may vary based on regional observances, so not all branches will necessarily close for every day within this period.
The holiday schedule begins on October 29 with Narak Chaturdashi, observed in specific regions. This is followed by October 30, the main Diwali holiday, celebrated nationwide in most states, leading to widespread bank closures. Govardhan Puja will be observed on October 31 in states where it is celebrated, primarily in North India. Bhai Dooj follows on November 1, another significant day of celebration in certain regions.
In addition to these holidays, the weekend brings two more days of bank closures. Banks will be closed on November 2 due to the second Saturday of the month, and on November 3, which is a regular Sunday closure. During this period, although physical branches may be closed, online banking services and ATMs will continue to operate. However, customers may experience delays in processing certain transactions.
Given the number of holidays and their spread over the festive week, customers are advised to complete necessary banking transactions ahead of time. Checking with the local bank branch is recommended to confirm specific holiday observances, as schedules can vary by region and bank policy.
