Bank Holidays This Week: Branches Closed in Several Cities from March 31 to April 5

Bank branches across several parts of India are expected to remain closed on multiple days between March 31 and April 5. The closures coincide with festival holidays, the annual closing of bank accounts, and the regular weekend break. 

Since this period also marks the end of the financial year, the timing is particularly significant for customers who typically complete important transactions and financial activities during this time.

With several holidays falling close together, customers may experience interruptions in branch-based banking services in many cities.

March 31: Mahavir Jayanti Holiday

Banks in many cities will remain closed on March 31 in observance of Mahavir Jayanti, an important festival for the Jain community. The holiday is listed under the Reserve Bank of India’s official holiday calendar.

Major cities such as Mumbai, New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Lucknow and Hyderabad are among those expected to observe the holiday. Several states including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh are also covered under this closure. Customers in these regions may not be able to access branch services on this day.

April 1: Annual Bank Closing

April 1 is marked as the annual closing day for bank accounts. On this day, banks typically complete their year-end financial processes and account settlements.

Branches in most major cities such as Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and New Delhi will remain closed for public transactions. However, a few locations including Gangtok, Shillong and Aizawl may operate as usual depending on local banking schedules.

April 2 and April 3: Maundy Thursday and Good Friday

On April 2, banks in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram will remain closed for Maundy Thursday, also known locally as Pesaha Vyazham. This observance is recognised under the Negotiable Instruments Act and the closure applies only to these locations.

The following day, April 3, banks in most major cities across the country will remain closed for Good Friday. Cities such as Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai and Kochi will observe the holiday, although some locations like Jaipur, Guwahati and Chandigarh may remain open.

April 5: Weekly Sunday Closure

April 5 falls on a Sunday, which means banks will remain closed nationwide as part of the regular weekly holiday schedule.

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Conclusion

With several holidays and closures occurring between March 31 and April 5, customers in many regions may experience limited access to branch-based banking services. While digital banking platforms and online services will continue to function normally, individuals who require in-person banking services may benefit from planning their visits in advance to avoid inconvenience during this busy financial year-end period.

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