Bank holiday on Chhath Puja: Will banks remain closed on October 27? Check state

With Diwali celebrations just concluding, many are now preparing for Chhath Puja , leaving several customers uncertain about whether banks are open or closed. The month of October has seen a series of festival holidays, ranging from Navratri, Vijayadashmi to Diwali and Lakshmi Pujan. Banks in several parts of the country will remain closed for Chhath Puja, with some observing a two-day holiday while others will be closed for just one day. Here is a list of states where banks will remain closed for the festival: These holidays apply only to the respective states, and banking operations in other parts of the country will continue as usual, subject to announcements from RBI’s regional offices. Chhath Puja, a festival dedicated to the Sun God (Surya) and Chhathi Maiya, is cel