Bank Holidays This Week: There is important news for bank customers this week. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, bank branches in various parts of the country will remain closed for several days due to regional festivals and special occasions. Additionally, banks will be closed because of the fourth Saturday of the month and the Sunday holiday.
However, despite the closure of bank branches, digital banking services will remain available as usual. Customers will be able to carry out essential tasks via UPI, ATMs, mobile banking, and internet banking. Therefore, if you need to visit a bank branch to get a draft made, submit documents, or open an account, make sure to check the bank holiday list for your city first.
On which days and where will banks remain closed?
September 22: Bank branches in Ranchi, Jharkhand, will remain closed on the occasion of Karma Puja.
September 23: Banks will remain closed in Jammu and Srinagar on the occasion of Maharaja Hari Singh Jayanti.
September 25: Bank branches in the Gangtok region of Sikkim will remain closed due to the Indra Jatra festival.
September 26: All public and private sector banks across the country will remain closed as it is the fourth Saturday of the month.
September 27: Bank branches across the country will remain closed due to the weekly Sunday holiday.
Will banks remain closed across the country for 5 days?
It is important to understand that these holidays will not affect banks uniformly across the entire country. Except for the fourth Saturday (September 26) and Sunday (September 27), the other holidays will apply based on the specific state or city.
The RBI’s bank holiday list is determined for different states and cities based on regional festivals and local occasions. Therefore, please check the holiday schedule for your city before visiting the bank.
These services will remain available even when banks are closed
Despite bank branches being closed, several digital and online banking services will remain available. Customers can handle essential financial tasks from the comfort of their homes.
UPI and Mobile Banking: Facilities for money transfers and online payments will continue to operate.
ATM: Services such as cash withdrawals and mini-statements will remain available.
RTGS and NEFT: According to the RBI, these electronic fund transfer services remain available 24x7x365. Internet Banking: Services such as balance checks, bill payments, and various other banking facilities can be accessed online.
Therefore, if you need to visit a bank branch to get your work done, be sure to check the bank holiday list for your city before going on a holiday.
