In August 2024, banks across India will be closed on several days, including Sundays and second and fourth Saturdays. One of the main holidays this month is Independence Day on August 15, which is a national holiday. On this day, all banks in the country will be closed to mark India’s 78th Independence Day. This year, Independence Day falls on a Thursday.
In addition to Independence Day, banks will also be closed on various dates in August for different regional festivals and events. Here are some key dates:
- August 13 (Tuesday): Banks in Manipur will be closed for Patriot’s Day.
- August 15 (Thursday): All banks across India will be closed for Independence Day and Parsi New Year (Shahenshahi).
- August 19 (Monday): Banks in states like Tripura, Gujarat, Odisha, and others will be closed for Raksha Bandhan and other regional celebrations.
- August 20 (Tuesday): Banks in Kerala will be closed for Sree Narayana Guru Jayanthi.
- August 26 (Monday): Banks in several states, including Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh, will be closed for Janmashtami.
If you’re in one of these regions, plan your banking activities accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.
