Diwali bank holidays 2024: In 2024, Diwali, one of India’s most celebrated festivals, is scheduled to coincide with a number of public holidays, including bank holidays, throughout several states. Diwali represents the triumph of light over darkness and goodness over evil, making it an important cultural and spiritual festival for millions of people. For banks and financial organizations, this holiday season suggests special vacations to allow staff to spend time with their family.
Diwali will take place on October 31, 2024. Many banks in India will be closed on or around this date, though the specific holidays may vary by state. For example, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Delhi, and Karnataka all have a holiday on Diwali’s main day, while certain states, like as Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh, have additional holidays for Govardhan Puja or Bhai Dooj in the days that follow
Customers are recommended to conduct urgent financial transactions in advance or to use online banking services during this period, as ATM withdrawals may increase owing to festive demand. It’s also a good idea to check with local offices or the Reserve Bank of India’s website for state-specific holidays, as not every location follows the same timetable. A little forward planning will help you enjoy Diwali to the fullest, assuring uninterrupted celebrations and a smooth transition back to regular routines after the festivities are over.
Diwali bank holidays 2024
As Diwali gets closer, it is critical to organize bank visits ahead of time, as several states will observe holidays on October 31 and November 1. Some governments have designated October 31 as a bank holiday due to regional customs, while others have set November 1 as one. Checking your state’s specific holiday dates will help you prevent financial difficulties.
This year’s Diwali date has sparked some misunderstanding. Diwali is celebrated on the Amavasya Tithi, which in 2024 falls between October 31 at 3:52 pm and November 1 at 6:16 pm. Because of this overlap, different regions now celebrate Diwali on either day, altering bank closures accordingly. Knowing these dates can help people, businesses, and travelers plan their finances for the festival season.
Diwali (Diwali 2024) is being enjoyed in the country, and this year there is uncertainty over the celebration of lights. Which day will Diwali be celebrated, October 31 or November 1? This time, there is confusion about the right date to celebrate the celebration.
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The Diwali bank holiday is on Thursday, October 31
On October 31, banks in Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Puducherry, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal will all be closed.
Tripura, Maharashtra, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Manipur, Jammu, Kashmir, and Meghalaya do not have any closed banks.
Diwali bank holiday on Friday, November 1
Banks in Tripura, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Jammu & Kashmir, Maharashtra, Meghalaya, Sikkim, and Manipur will be closed for Deepavali, Kut Festival, and Kannada Rajyotsava.
Diwali is a bank holiday on November 2 (Saturday).
Diwali (Bali Pratipada), Balipadyami, Laxmi Puja (Deepawali), Govardhan Pooja, and Vikram Samvant. Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh will all have bank closures on New Year’s Day.
Important dates for Diwali in 2024
Choti Diwali falls on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
On October 31, 2024 (Thursday), the main Diwali celebrations and Laxmi Pujan take place. On November 2, 2024 (Saturday), Govardhan Puja takes place. On November 3, 2024 (Sunday), Bhai Dooj is celebrated.
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