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Banks Closed in 8 States on Diwali, More Holidays Planned Through November
✍️ Upstox
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 11:32 AM
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On Diwali, banks in eight Indian states were closed, and the government has announced additional holidays through November.
On Diwali, 2024, banking institutions across eight Indian states were closed in observance of the festival. The closures were part of a nationwide schedule that also includes other public holidays announced for the remainder of the year.
The states affected by the bank closures include Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Punjab. Employees in the banking sector were notified of the shutdown through official channels.
The government has outlined a series of additional holidays through November, aiming to provide extended rest periods for workers and to accommodate the festive season. These holidays are expected to impact various sectors, including finance, retail, and public services.
Financial markets and corporate offices are advised to plan their operations around the announced holidays. The banking sector will resume normal operations on the next working day following Diwali.
The decision to close banks aligns with the government's broader strategy to support workers during major festivals and to promote a balanced work‑life environment.
The states affected by the bank closures include Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Punjab. Employees in the banking sector were notified of the shutdown through official channels.
The government has outlined a series of additional holidays through November, aiming to provide extended rest periods for workers and to accommodate the festive season. These holidays are expected to impact various sectors, including finance, retail, and public services.
Financial markets and corporate offices are advised to plan their operations around the announced holidays. The banking sector will resume normal operations on the next working day following Diwali.
The decision to close banks aligns with the government's broader strategy to support workers during major festivals and to promote a balanced work‑life environment.