Chhath Puja 2024: Are Banks Open on November 7 & 8? State-Wise Holiday List

Check if banks are open or closed during Chhath Puja 2024 on November 7 and 8. Explore a detailed state-wise list of holidays and bank closures across India to plan your banking activities.

About Chhath Puja

Chhath Puja, a prominent Hindu festival mainly observed in Bihar, Jharkhand, and parts of Uttar Pradesh, spans four days. Devotees, primarily women, observe strict rituals, including fasting and prayers to the Sun God. Standing in rivers or ponds, they offer “Arghya” to the setting and rising sun, symbolizing purity and gratitude. Given the festival’s regional popularity, the holiday period is highly anticipated and affects daily routines in participating states.

Chhath Puja, an important festival primarily celebrated in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and other parts of North India, falls on November 7 and 8, 2024. During this festival, devotees worship the Sun God and observe rituals to seek blessings for health, wealth, and prosperity. As it is a significant regional festival, bank holidays for Chhath Puja vary depending on the state. Here’s a breakdown of whether banks are open or closed on November 7 and 8, 2024, along with a state-wise holiday list:

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November 7, 2024:

• Holiday for Chhath Puja: Several states observe a holiday for Chhath Puja on November 7. This includes Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, and other regions where the festival is widely celebrated.States where banks may be closed on November 7:
  • Bihar
  • Uttar Pradesh
  • Jharkhand
  • Madhya Pradesh
  • Chhattisgarh
  • West Bengal (in some districts)

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• States where banks may remain open:
• Delhi
• Maharashtra
• Karnataka
• Tamil Nadu
• Kerala
• Andhra Pradesh

Holiday Dates and State Closures

According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), both November 7 and 8 are designated bank holidays in certain states for Chhath Puja. In addition, standard monthly bank closures will occur on November 9 (second Saturday) and November 10 (Sunday), extending the period during which in-person banking services will be unavailable

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Here’s a quick look at the holiday breakdown:

November 7 (Thursday): Banks in Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal will be closed for Chhath Puja’s “Evening Arghya” ceremony.

November 8 (Friday): Banks in Bihar, Jharkhand, and Meghalaya will close again for the “Morning Arghya” of Chhath Puja and the Wangala Festival in Meghalaya.

In Delhi, Chief Minister Atishi has also declared November 7 as a public holiday for Chhath Puja, ensuring bank closures align with local celebrations.

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State-wise Observance of Chhath Puja:

• Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand: These states observe both November 7 and 8 as public holidays. Banks will be closed, and public offices will remain shut.
• West Bengal and Odisha: While Chhath Puja is celebrated in some areas, it is not a statewide holiday, so banks may stay open in most districts.
• Other Southern States: In states like Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, Chhath Puja is not a public holiday, and banks will generally remain open.

Upcoming Bank Holidays in November 2024

Beyond Chhath Puja, several bank holidays are scheduled in November across various states for events such as Diwali, Egas-Bagwal, and Guru Nanak Jayanti. Here are some additional key dates for November bank holidays:

November 12: Egas-Bagwal

November 15: Guru Nanak Jayanti

November 18: Kanakadasa Jayanti

November 23: Seng Kutsnem (fourth Saturday)

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