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Bank Holiday This Week: State-wise List of Bank Closures from October 19 to 25
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What Happened?
India's festive season brings multiple bank holidays this week. Customers should check local schedules to avoid inconvenience during Dussehra and Durga Puja celebrations.
Key points
- Banks are closed on October 19 in several states for Dussehra and related festivals.
- On October 20, banks will be closed in many states, with only Sikkim and Manipur remaining open.
- October 21 sees closures in Tripura, Karnataka, and other states for Vijaya Dasami.
- Sikkim will observe a holiday on October 22 and 23 for Durga Puja.
- All banks will also be closed on October 24, the fourth Saturday of the month.
- ATMs and online banking services will remain available despite branch closures.
Key insights
- The holiday schedule varies significantly across states, affecting local banking operations.
- Customers may need to adjust their banking plans to accommodate these closures.
- The availability of online banking services can mitigate the impact of branch closures.
Why it matters
Understanding bank holidays helps customers plan their banking activities during the festive season.
Source
Times of India
