Bank customers across India can expect a week of non-working days with five consecutive holidays scheduled, including weekends. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the holiday calendar for April 2024, encompassing national, state, and regional holidays. Here’s a breakdown of the upcoming bank holidays:
National Bank Holidays (April 9-14, 2024):
- April 9: Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Telugu New Year
- April 10: Bohag Bihu and Eid
- April 11: Eid
- April 13: Second Saturday
- April 14: Sunday
Additional Bank Holidays (Varies by State):
- April 5: Babu Jagjivan Ram’s Birthday/Jumat-ul-Vida (Telangana and Jammu)
- April 15: Bohag Bihu and Himachal Day (Assam and Himachal Pradesh)
- April 16: Ram Navami (Multiple States)
- April 20: Garia Puja festival (Tripura)
Regular Bank Closures:
- Second Saturday: April 13
- Fourth Saturday: April 27
- Sundays: April 7, 14, 21, and 28
Customers are advised to utilize online banking services for urgent transactions, as ATMs and online platforms remain operational during holidays. However, for tasks requiring bank staff assistance, customers must plan visits accordingly based on the holiday schedule.