Banks in India to Remain Closed for Four Days: State-Wise Holiday List from May 26 to May 31
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- •Banks in India will remain closed from May 26 to May 31 due to a combination of national and regional holidays.
- •The holiday schedule varies by state; for example, Maharashtra observes closures on May 26 and 28, while West Bengal has closures on May 26, 27, and 31.
- •Key festivals like Id-ul-Fitr and Memorial Day are among the reasons for the closures, impacting states with significant Muslim populations and specific regional observances.
- •Customers are advised to use digital banking services or plan transactions around these dates, as ATMs and customer service may also be affected.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that banks across the country will remain closed for four consecutive days beginning Sunday, May 26, and ending Friday, May 31. This extended break is due to a combination of national holidays, regional observances, and religious festivals. Customers are advised to plan their banking transactions accordingly, as ATMs, online banking, and customer service may also be affected during this period.
The closure schedule varies by state and union territory. For instance, in Maharashtra, banks will be closed on May 26 (Sunday) and May 28 (Tuesday) for Memorial Day and Id-ul-Fitr, respectively. In West Bengal, closures include May 26 (Sunday), May 27 (Monday) for Shab-e-Qadr, and May 31 (Friday) for Id-ul-Fitr. In Kerala, the holidays fall on May 26, 27, and 31 due to various local festivals and observances.
