On Thursday, November 7, 2024, all public and private sector banks across India will remain closed in observance of Chhath Puja in several states. This holiday, approved by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), will require customers to plan their banking needs accordingly.

Bank Closure on November 7 (Thursday)

To honor Chhath Puja, banks in many states, including Bihar, Jharkhand, Delhi, and West Bengal, will be closed on Thursday. Chhath Puja is a significant festival for North Indians, particularly in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Purvanchal, where worship is offered to the Sun God. The RBI has declared this holiday so that people can celebrate the festival with their families.

Note: Although branches will be closed, digital banking services—such as internet banking, mobile banking, and ATMs—will remain functional for customer convenience.

Statewise Bank Closures for Chhath Puja

• November 7 (Thursday): Chhath Puja (Sandhya Arghya) - Banks closed in Bihar, Delhi, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.

Remaining Bank Holidays in November 2024

• November 8 (Friday): Chhath Puja (Morning Arghya) and Wangala Festival - Banks closed in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Meghalaya.
• November 9 (Saturday): Second Saturday - Nationwide bank holiday as per RBI rules.
• November 10 (Sunday): Nationwide closure.
• November 15 (Friday): Guru Nanak Jayanti/Kartik Purnima - Banks closed in Mizoram, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, and other states.
• November 17 (Sunday): Holiday nationwide.
• November 18 (Monday): Kanakadasa Jayanti - Banks closed in Karnataka.
• November 23 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday and Senkut Snei Festival in Meghalaya.
• November 24 (Sunday): Nationwide closure.

Customers are encouraged to use digital banking facilities or complete their transactions in advance, keeping these holidays in mind.

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