New Delhi: In India, the festive season kicked off on October 15 with the commencement of Shardiya Navratri, a 10-day celebration. Following this, the country enthusiastically observes Durga Puja, along with the festivities of its seventh, eighth, and ninth days.
During these celebrations, banks remain closed in various cities, although the bank holidays can differ between states.
Durga Puja: Bank Holidays
Different cities may also have their own specific holidays. On October 24, the nation will come together to commemorate Dussehra. Dussehra will be celebrated only on October 23 in some cities.
Before this, there will be Durga Puja holidays in various places on October 21, October 23, October 24, October 25, October 26, and October 27.
Also Read : Navratri 2023 Calendar: When Does Durga Puja Start? Check Date, Significance And Colours For 9 Days
Bank Holidays On Lakshmi Puja
In addition, there will be holidays on October 28 for Lakshmi Puja.
Bank Holidays In October 2023
As per the RBI’s bank holidays calendar, the bank will be closed for 16 days in October 2023. The weekend offs are also included in the same.
2 October 2023 – Gandhi Jayanti – India
14 October 2023 – First Day of Bathukamma – Telangana
21 October 2023 – Maha Saptami – India
22 October 2023 – Maha Ashtami – India
23 October 2023 – Maha Navami – India
24 October 2023 – Dussehra/Vijaya Dashami – India
28 October 2023 – Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti – India
31 October 2023 – Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Jayanti – Gujarat
Bank Holidays On Weekends
October 1, 2023 – 1st Sunday
October 8, 2023 – 2nd Sunday
October 14, 2023 – 2nd Saturday
October 15, 2023 – 3rd Sunday
October 22, 2023 – 4th Sunday
October 28, 2023 – 4th Saturday
October 29, 2023 – Sunday
