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Bank Holiday Announced for Dasara 2026 in All Indian States
✍️ Dailyhunt
🗓 20 Oct 2026, 11:02 AM
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The government has issued a state‑wise list declaring a bank holiday on Dasara 2026, affecting all major banks across India.
The finance ministry released a comprehensive state‑wise schedule confirming that banks will remain closed on the day of Dasara in 2026. The announcement, reported by Dailyhunt, lists each Indian state where the holiday will be observed, ensuring uniformity for the banking sector.
Dasara, one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals, marks the victory of good over evil and is observed with great fervour in states such as Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and others. In line with past practice, the holiday aligns with the public holiday declared for the festival, prompting banks to suspend routine transactions for the day.
Stakeholders, including corporate clients and the general public, are advised to plan financial activities accordingly, as clearing and settlement services will be unavailable on the holiday. The list serves as an official reference for banks, businesses and individuals across the country.
Dasara, one of the most widely celebrated Hindu festivals, marks the victory of good over evil and is observed with great fervour in states such as Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and others. In line with past practice, the holiday aligns with the public holiday declared for the festival, prompting banks to suspend routine transactions for the day.
Stakeholders, including corporate clients and the general public, are advised to plan financial activities accordingly, as clearing and settlement services will be unavailable on the holiday. The list serves as an official reference for banks, businesses and individuals across the country.