Bank Holiday: Planning for bank visit? Then this article is for you. Banks will be closed again today, April 16th. On this Wednesday, most states are observing closures for Bengali New Year (Poila Boishakh), Bohag Bihu, Vishu, and Himachal Day. Additionally, on Thursday, some states will also have banks closed. If you plan to visit a bank today for tasks like depositing a cheque or cash, or obtaining a draft, make sure to check if banks are open in your state. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has declared holidays for several states in honor of their local festivals.
Banks will be closed today, Thursday, April 16
In Assam, banks will not be open today, April 16th, due to the celebration of Bohag Bihu. However, banks in other states will be operational. Branches in places like Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and others will remain open.
Bohag Bihu is a significant festival in Assam, celebrated annually in April. It signifies the start of the New Year in Assam. Also referred to as Rongali Bihu, it is linked to agriculture, prosperity, and the onset of a new season. During this festive time, people don traditional attire, engage in Bihu dances, and sing songs. This is the reason for the bank closures in Assam today, and employees have also been granted a holiday.
When will banks be closed for the remainder of April?
Next week, banks will be closed on Monday, April 20, in observance of Basava Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya in Karnataka. Additionally, bank services will be halted on April 21 due to Garia Puja in Tripura.
What tasks can be completed without going to the bank?
Today, you don’t need to go to the bank for cash. You can do this at an ATM near your home. In addition to cash withdrawals, you can also check your balance and avail various other services through ATMs. If the ATM near you isn’t working, you can use the UPI app for a short time.