Banks Closed: Today, March 25th is a bank holiday due to Holi, a festival celebrated in many states. Banks will be closed, marking the end of a long weekend that started on March 23rd, which was the fourth Saturday, followed by March 24th, Sunday. However, whether Holi is celebrated today varies by state; it’s not a holiday in every state. In March 2024, public banks have a total of 14 non-working days, including public holidays, state-specific holidays, second and fourth Saturdays, and all Sundays. This information comes from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and specific state governments’ holiday lists.
In March 2024, there are several bank holidays to note. On March 1st, there’s Chapchar Kut in Mizoram, which means banks will be closed in that state. Then, on March 8th, it’s Mahashivratri, a holiday celebrated in many parts of India. However, it’s essential to know that Mahashivratri won’t be observed in Tripura, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, Sikkim, Assam, Manipur, Itanagar, Rajasthan, Nagaland, West Bengal, New Delhi, Goa, Bihar, and Meghalaya. In those places, banks are expected to remain open. These holidays are important to remember as they affect banking operations in various regions.
List of Bank Holidays in March 2024
| Date | Holiday | States Where Holiday Is Observed |
| March 1 | Chapchar Kut | Mizoram |
| March 8 | Mahashivratri | (Except: Tripura, Mizoram, Tamil Nadu, Sikkim, Assam, Manipur, Itanagar, Rajasthan, Nagaland, West Bengal, New Delhi, Goa, Bihar, Meghalaya) |
| March 22 | Bihar Diwas | Bihar |
| March 25 | Holi | (Except Karnataka, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Manipur, Kerala, Nagaland, Bihar, Srinagar) |
| March 26 | Yaosang Second Day / Holi | Odisha, Manipur, Bihar |
| March 27 | Holi | Bihar |
| March 29 | Good Friday | (Except Karnataka, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Manipur, Kerala, Nagaland, Bihar, Srinagar) |
In March 2024, there are several important bank holidays to remember. On March 22nd, Bihar Diwas will be celebrated in Bihar, leading to bank closures in that state. Then, on March 25th, Holi will be celebrated in many places across India, but not in Karnataka, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Manipur, Kerala, Nagaland, Bihar, and Srinagar. However, on March 26th, the second day of Yaosang or Holi will be celebrated in Odisha, Manipur, and Bihar, affecting banking services in those regions.
Continuing, March 27th is another Holi celebration day in Bihar, indicating another bank holiday in that state. Finally, on March 29th, Good Friday will be observed, leading to bank closures in most parts of India, except Tripura, Assam, Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh. These holidays vary across regions, so it’s essential to check the local holiday calendar to know the status of banking services on these days.
Yes, you can still use online banking and ATMs today. That means you can do things like checking your account balance or transferring money using your bank’s website, mobile app, or an ATM. However, it’s important to know that there might be some differences depending on where you are. So, it’s a good idea to check with your bank or look at their official website to see if there are any changes to their services because of the holiday. It’s always best to stay updated with your bank’s holiday schedule to avoid any surprises when you need to do banking transactions.
Also Read: Holi 2024: Date, Time, History and Significance. All You Need To Know About The Colourful Festival
