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Gandhi Jayanti 2024: Will banks be open or closed on October 2?

Oct 02, 2024 11:31 AM IST

Banks in India are closed on October 2 for Gandhi Jayanti, with 15 more closures in October for regional festivals.

In India, banks are closed on regional holidays, which vary by state and national holidays across the country. The national holidays in India are Republic Day on January 26th, Independence Day on August 15th and Gandhi Jayanti on October 2nd. For those planning to visit bank branches, it is important to check whether certain days are holidays or not.

In India, banks are closed on Gandhi Jayanti, October 2, and 15 other national holidays in October. Despite these closures, online banking services remain fully functional.

Will banks be open or closed on October 2 for Gandhi Jayanti?

Banks will be closed on October 2 to mark Gandhi Jayanti, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The United Nations recognizes the day as the International Day of Non-Violence.

What about other holidays in October?

In October, banks in various states remain closed for 15 days due to national festivals. Public holidays also include all Sundays and the second and fourth Saturdays. This month, banks will be closed for Gandhi Jayanti, Dussehra, Durga Puja, Valmiki Jayanti and Diwali, among others.

Do online and banking services work on public holidays?

Even on public holidays, all online and digital banking services are fully functional for customers without interruption.

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