Plan Your Long Weekend: Bank Holidays from August 24-26
Get ready to enjoy a long weekend from Saturday, August 24, to Monday, August 26, as a series of holidays line up for a perfect mini-vacation. The weekend kicks off with a bank holiday on Saturday, August 24, followed by a regular weekend day on Sunday, August 25.
On Monday, August 26, the celebration continues with Janmashtami, a significant Hindu festival honoring the birth of Lord Krishna. This means that banks and many businesses may remain closed on this day as well, allowing for a well-deserved break for many.
During this long weekend, banks will be closed in several states across India, including Gujarat, Orissa, Chandigarh, Tamil Nadu, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Rajasthan, Jammu, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Meghalaya, Himachal Pradesh, and Srinagar. However, banks will remain open in states like Tripura, Mizoram, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Assam, Manipur, Arunachal Pradesh, Kerala, Nagaland, New Delhi, and Goa.
It is important for customers to be aware that bank holidays can vary by state, so it is recommended to check the complete list of holidays with your nearest bank branch to avoid any last-minute confusion or emergencies.
In India, bank holidays are categorized under the Negotiable Instruments Act Holidays, Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) Holidays, and Account Closing Days, each serving different purposes for banking operations. So, make the most of this long weekend and enjoy the festivities while staying informed about the holiday schedule.
