Ganesh Chaturthi 2024: Bank Openings and Closures Explained
Understanding Ganesh Chaturthi 2024 Bank Holidays
Ganesh Chaturthi 2024, celebrated on September 7, marks the beginning of a cherished 10-day festival in honor of Lord Ganesha. During this time, substantial preparations occur, including the installation of clay idols in households and public 'pandals'. In connection with this festival, banks in various states will be closed on this day.
Bank Closure Details
- Regions Affected:
- Ahmedabad (Gujarat)
- Belapur, Nagpur, and Mumbai (Maharashtra)
- Bengaluru (Karnataka)
- Bhubaneswar (Odisha)
- Chennai (Tamil Nadu)
- Hyderabad (Telangana and Andhra Pradesh)
- Panaji (Goa)
This holiday is not just about Ganesh Chaturthi. It coincides with other local festivities like Samvatsari and Vinayakar Chathurthi.
Online Banking Services Continue
While banks close their physical branches, customers can access online banking services seamlessly. Internet and mobile banking remain operational, enabling transactions despite the holiday.
Upcoming Bank Holidays in September 2024
- September 8, Sunday: Banks Closed
- September 14, Saturday: Karma Puja - Banks in Kerala and Jharkhand Closed
- September 15, Sunday: Banks Closed
- September 16, Monday: Milad-un-Nabi - Various States’ Banks Closed
- September 17, Tuesday: Indrajatra - Banks in Sikkim and Chhattisgarh Closed
- September 18, Wednesday: Pang-Lhabsol - Banks in Sikkim Closed
- September 20, Friday: Banks in Jammu and Kashmir Closed
- September 21, Saturday: Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day - Banks in Kerala Closed
- September 22, Sunday: Banks Closed
- September 23, Monday: Birthday of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji - Banks in Jammu and Kashmir Closed
- September 28, Saturday: Banks Closed (fourth Saturday)
- September 29, Sunday: Banks Closed
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