Bank And Public Holidays In April 2024 List In India

In April 2024, India observes a mix of national and regional holidays, resulting in bank closures on several days. Here’s the comprehensive list of bank holidays for the month:

1. April 1 (Monday): Banks will be closed in most states for yearly accounts closing, except in Mizoram, Chandigarh, Sikkim, Bengal, Himachal Pradesh, and Meghalaya. 

2. April 5 (Friday): Banks will remain closed to commemorate Babu Jagjivan Ram’s Birthday and observe Jumat-ul-Vida in Telangana, Jammu, and Srinagar.

3. April 9 (Tuesday): Celebrations include Gudhi Padwa, Ugadi Festival, Telugu New Year’s Day, and Sajibu Nongmapanba (Cheiraoba). These holidays apply to several states.

4. April 10 (Wednesday): Ramzan-Id (Eid al-Fitr) will be observed in Kerala.

5. April 11 (Thursday): Ramzan-Id (Eid al-Fitr) (1st Shawaal) will be celebrated in several states.

6. April 13 (Saturday): A cluster of festivities—Bohag Bihu, Cheiraoba, Baisakhi, and Biju Festival—marks the second Saturday of the month, resulting in bank closures across India1.

7. April 14 (Sunday): The weekend brings a nationwide bank holiday.

8. April 15 (Monday): Bohag Bihu and Himachal Day are observed in Assam and Himachal Pradesh, respectively.

9. April 17 (Wednesday): Shree Ram Navami (Chaite Dasain) is celebrated in several states.

10. April 20 (Friday): Garia Puja takes place in Tripura.

11. April 21 (Sunday): Another weekend bank holiday for all of India.

Remember that these holidays may vary from state to state, as they are determined based on local festivals. While banks remain closed on these dates, services like Internet banking and ATMs will continue to operate2. Plan your important bank-related tasks accordingly!