As Chhath Puja approaches, millions across India are wondering about banking services availability. The Reserve Bank of India has declared a bank holiday on Tuesday, October 28, but here's the catch - it's not nationwide!
Which States Are Affected by the Bank Holiday?
The Chhath Puja bank holiday will be observed in specific states where the festival is widely celebrated. If you're planning bank-related work, here's what you need to know:
States Where Banks Will Remain Closed:
- Bihar - Complete bank holiday
- Jharkhand - All banks closed
- Uttar Pradesh - Banking operations suspended
- West Bengal - Banks non-operational
- Assam - Holiday observed
- Madhya Pradesh - Banks closed
- Chhattisgarh - Banking holiday
States Where Banks Will Operate Normally:
Good news for residents of Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and other states not observing Chhath Puja as an official holiday. Banking services will continue uninterrupted in these regions.
What About Online Banking Services?
Digital banking remains unaffected nationwide! Whether you're in a holiday state or not, you can continue using:
- Internet banking
- Mobile banking apps
- ATM services
- UPI transactions
- Digital wallets
Planning Your Banking Activities
If you reside in the affected states and need to complete important banking transactions, consider these alternatives:
- Complete your work on Monday before the holiday
- Utilize digital banking platforms for urgent transactions
- Visit ATMs for cash requirements
- Schedule transactions for Wednesday when banks reopen
The RBI's state-specific holiday approach ensures that banking services continue uninterrupted in regions where Chhath Puja isn't widely celebrated, while respecting the cultural significance of the festival in traditional observing states.
Remember to plan your financial activities accordingly and embrace the digital banking options available during holiday periods.
