In the midst of rising cases due to the exponential growth of COVID-19 across the country, many banks have reduced the working hours of their employees to flatten the curve and promote social distancing.
In the month of January, festivals like New Years Day, Makar Sankranti, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Birthday and Republic Day will be celebrated due to which banks in certain states will remain closed.
Even as the bank branches will remain closed, customers can still complete transactions through online modes. Mobile and internet banking will remain functional as usual.
However, some ATMs might not disburse cash. If you are planning any major cash payments on the mentioned dates below, please withdraw money in advance.
People are advised to complete their bank work accordingly to avoid any delay. To check the bank holidays in the month of January, check the list given below:
| Date | Day | Holiday | Bank Holiday in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January | Friday | New Year’s Day | Across the country |
| 11 January | Monday | Missionary Day | Mizoram |
| 14 January | Thursday | Makar Sankranti/ Pongal | Several states |
| 15 January | Friday | Kanuma Panduga/Thiruvalluvar Day | Andhra Pradesh, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu |
| 23 January | Saturday | Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Birthday | West Bengal, Tripura, Odisha, and Assam |
| 25 January | Monday | Sonam Lhochar/Himachal Statehood Day | Sikkim, Himachal Pradesh |
| 26 January 2020 | Tuesday | Republic Day | All over India |
| 31 January 2021 | Friday | Me-dum-me-phi | Assam |
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