Bank Holiday: Banks will be shut down for a few days in January. The reasons for these bank holidays vary from city to city. So, if you’re thinking about heading to the bank soon, make sure to check out the bank holidays in your area before you go. Just so you know, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) puts out a list of bank holidays that shows which banks will be closed on specific days and why, depending on the city. So, before you plan a trip to the bank, definitely take a look at the RBI’s bank holiday list first. Now, about today, January 14th, many cities will have banks closed. So, if you’re planning to visit the bank tomorrow, it’s a good idea to check the bank holidays first. Let’s see what’s up.
14 January Bank Holiday
Today, January 14th, the RBI has announced a bank holiday in several states across the nation. Banks will be closed in Gujarat, Odisha, Assam, and Arunachal Pradesh. So, if you live in any of these areas, it’s best to skip the bank tomorrow. Other than these places, banks will be open all over the country tomorrow.
The RBI has called for this holiday on January 14th because of Makar Sankranti. The Makar Sankranti festival will be celebrated nationwide tomorrow, which is why the RBI has declared a bank holiday. Additionally, the RBI has also announced a bank holiday in Assam for the Magh Bihu festival. This festival is celebrated every January to mark the end of the harvest season.
Where will there be a holiday on January 15?
In some states, Makar Sankranti or Magh Bihu is also celebrated on January 15. Therefore, banks may remain closed on January 15 (Thursday) in some circles, such as Assam, Tamil Nadu (Thiruvalluvar Day), and Hyderabad.