New Delhi: As the calendar turns to 2024, banks across the country are set to observe a national holiday on Monday, January 1, for New Year celebrations. This means that both private and public sector banks will remain closed on this day. However, for those who rely on online banking services, rest assured, as these services will remain accessible throughout the holiday.
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Individuals need to be mindful of bank holidays and plan their visits accordingly. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has officially declared January 1 as a national bank holiday in observance of the New Year.
The list released by the RBI not only includes national holidays but also highlights state-specific bank holidays.
It’s crucial to note that different states may observe different holidays. To avoid any inconvenience, it is advisable to check with your local bank branch for their specific holiday list before planning any visits.
Here’s a snapshot of the bank holidays in January 2024:
January 1 (Monday): New Year celebrated across the country
January 11 (Thursday): Missionary Day celebrated in Mizoram
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January 12 (Friday): Swami Vivekananda Jayanti celebrated in West Bengal
January 13 (Saturday): Lohri celebrated in Punjab and other states
January 14 (Sunday): Makara Sankranti celebrated in other states
January 15 (Monday): Pongal celebrated in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Thiruvalluvar Day in Tamil Nadu
January 16 (Tuesday): Tusu Puja celebrated in West Bengal and Assam
January 17 (Wednesday): Guru Govind Singh Jayanti celebrated in several states
January 23 (Tuesday): Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti celebrated in many states
January 26 (Friday): Republic Day celebrated across India
January 31 (Wednesday): Me-Dam-Me-Phi celebrated in Assam
