Banks to Observe Chhath Puja Holiday on October 27

With Chhath Puja just around the corner, banking customers in the states where the holiday is being observed should consider planning their banking accordingly. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced that banks will be closed in a number of states on October 27 for this holiday.

State-wise Bank Holiday Information

Bihar: Banks will close on October 27 and 28 in honor of Chhath Puja with the holiday observed for evening and morning offerings.

Jharkhand: Banks will similarly be closed October 27 and 28 for Chhath Puja festivities, similar to the case in Bihar.

West Bengal: In West Bengal, banks will be closed for one day on October 27 for the evening Chhath Puja.

Impact on Banking Services

People in these states should take care of any essential banking needs prior to this holiday. Branches will be closed, but digital banking, including online banking, UPI and ATM transactions, will be available. However, note that cheque processing and other branch transactions could take longer during the holiday.

Preparing Ahead

To alleviate any stress, customers should take care of their banking in advance of the holiday. This includes scheduling bill payments, loan EMIs, etc. Prior to the holiday, customers must schedule any other transactions ahead of time. Customers should also be aware of different local branch holiday schedules in certain regions and prepare planned transactions accordingly.

Conclusion

The holiday being observed in gauged states on October 27 for Chhath Puja is a significant celebration that will lead to closures of banking services in the region. As long as consumers maintain an awareness of their banking needs ahead of time, they will be able to carry out their banking without interruption during the holiday period.

Summary
Banks in Bihar, Jharkhand, and West Bengal will remain closed on October 27 for Chhath Puja. Other states may have different holiday schedules.