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Bank Branches Shut Up to Three Days Across Indian Cities

Some bank branches in India will be closed on different days this week.

The closures are connected to regional festivals and religious celebrations.

Banks in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram will close on August 25.

Banks in 20 cities will close on August 26.

Banks in 12 cities will close on August 28.

The cities affected are not all the same on each day.

Banks are expected to be open on Saturday, August 29, because it is the fifth Saturday.

They will be closed on Sunday as usual.

People should check with their branch before making a visit.

Key facts

August 25: Banks closed in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram for First Onam and Milad-i-Sherif.
August 26: Banks closed in 20 cities for Id-E-Milad, Baravafat, Milad-un-Nabi, or Thiruvonam.
August 28: Banks closed in 12 cities for Raksha Bandhan and other regional observances.
August 29: Banks are expected to be open because it is the fifth Saturday.
Sunday: Banks will remain closed for their usual weekly closure.
Saturday schedule: Banks operate on the first, third, and fifth Saturdays and close on the second and fourth Saturdays.
Customer guidance: The article recommends checking the RBI holiday calendar or contacting the local branch.

financialexpress.com · 1 week ago