Chhath Puja Bank Holidays 2024: When is Chhath Puja in your city? Are banks closed? Check full list

Chhath Puja Bank Holidays: The celebration of Chhath Puja has begun across the country, marking one of the most significant festivals for the people of Bihar. Over time, the observance of this festival has spread to various parts of India. As a result, banks will remain closed for four days this week to observe the Chhath festivities. 

As per the RBI calendar, banks will remain closed for four consecutive days including the two Chhath Puja holidays along with the regular Saturday and Sunday closure.

Bank Holidays This Week

- November 7 – Chhath Puja
- November 8 – Chhath Puja
- November 9 – Second Saturday
- November 10 – Sunday

Additional Bank Holidays in November

Some of the other key holidays in the month of November include:
- November 12 – Egas-Bagwal
- November 15 – Guru Nanak Jayanti
- November 17 – Sunday
- November 18 – Kanakadasa Jayanti
- November 23 – Seng Kutsnem (Fourth Saturday)
- November 24 – Sunday

Bank Holidays Vary by State

It’s important to note that the list of bank holidays may differ from state to state. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), holidays for banks are set based on regional observances. The complete list of state-specific holidays is available on the official RBI website, which provides detailed information on different festivals and holidays across India. You can also check the list here -

Online Banking Services Available

Even though banks will be closed, customers need not worry. Most banking services are available online, allowing people to carry out transactions and other banking tasks from the comfort of their homes. Whether it’s transferring money, paying bills, or checking account balances, online banking will remain fully operational during the holidays.