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On Friday, November 8, 2024, all public and private sector banks will observe a holiday in several states due to the celebration of Chhath Puja and the Wangla Festival. Customers are advised to complete any bank-related tasks accordingly, though digital banking services like internet banking, mobile banking, and ATMs will remain accessible.

Regions Observing Bank Holiday on November 8

1. Chhath Puja (Morning Arghya): Banks will be closed in Bihar, Jharkhand, Delhi, and West Bengal for Chhath Puja, a significant festival where the Sun God is worshipped.
2. Wangla Festival in Meghalaya: Celebrated by the Garo community, Wangla, also known as the 100 Drum Festival, expresses gratitude to Lord Saljong, the Sun God, following the harvest. Banks in Meghalaya will be closed for this festival.

Other Bank Holidays in November

• November 9 (Saturday): Second Saturday – Nationwide holiday for all banks.
• November 10 (Sunday): Nationwide holiday.
• November 15 (Friday): Guru Nanak Jayanti/Kartik Purnima – Banks will close in states including Mizoram, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Odisha.
• November 17 (Sunday): Nationwide holiday.
• November 18 (Monday): Kanakadasa Jayanti – Banks closed in Karnataka.
• November 23 (Saturday): Fourth Saturday and Senkut Snei Festival in Meghalaya.
• November 24 (Sunday): Nationwide holiday.

These closures may vary by region, so customers should check their local bank’s schedule to plan transactions effectively.