Diwali 2023 Bank Holidays: Banks Will Remain Closed For 6 Consecutive Days

Diwali Bank Holidays 2023: The festive season in the month of November to the closure of several banks in India. According to the RBI's holiday calendar, most banks will remain closed for a total of 15 days in November, including the second and fourth Saturdays, and all Sundays. The banks will remain closed from Friday, November 10 due to Dhanteras and Diwali. The five-day festival begins at Dhanteras and ends at Bhai Dooj on November 15. On November 12 is Diwali, which falls on Sunday this year.

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Diwali 2023 Bank Holidays: Banks Will Remain Closed For 6 Consecutive Days

List of Diwali Bank Holidays in November 2023

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Bank Holidays on November 10 (Friday): Wangala Festival

Banks will remain closed on November 10th in Meghalaya on the occasion of the Wangala Festival.

Bank Holiday on November 11th (Saturday): Second Saturday

Banks will be closed due to the second Saturday holiday across the country on 11 November 2023.

Bank Holiday on November 12th (Sunday): Weekend

Banks across the country will be closed on their weekly off on Sunday, 12 November 2023.

Bank Holiday on November 13th (Monday): Govardhan Pooja/Laxmi Puja (Deepawali)/Diwali

Banks remain shut on November 13th on the occasion of Govardhan Pooja/Laxmi Puja (Deepawali)/Diwali in Tripura, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Manipur, Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh.

Bank Holiday on November 14th (Tuesday): Diwali (Bali Pratipada)/Deepavali/Vikram Samvant New Year Day/Laxmi Puja

Banks will be closed due to Diwali (Bali Pratipada)/Deepavali/Vikram Samvant New Year Day/Laxmi Puja in Gujarat, Belapur, Karnataka, Sikkim, and Maharashtra on November 14th.

Bank Holiday on November 15th (Wednesday): Bhaidooj/Chitragupt Jayanti/Laxmi Puja (Deepawali)/Ningol Chakkouba/Bhratridwitiya

Banks remain shut on November 15th on the occasion of Bhaidooj/Chitragupt Jayanti/Laxmi Puja (Deepawali)/Ningol Chakkouba/Bhratridwitiya in Sikkim, Manipur, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Himachal Pradesh.

Bank Holidays in November 2023

These holidays will be observed differently throughout the country, with variations from one region to another. Some holidays will be recognized as national public holidays, while others will be considered local holidays.

Do ATMs are closed on Diwali in India?

In November 2023, India will have 15 bank holidays, affecting banking operations. The holidays include various festivals and occasions celebrated in different states. However, digital banking services like UPI, Mobile Banking, and Internet Banking will remain unaffected. Some of the states observing bank holidays include Karnataka, Manipur, Himachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Bengal, Bihar, and Jharkhand. It is advised to plan banking errands accordingly.

Long weekend holidays in November 2023

In November, there's going to be a long weekend holiday from the 11th to the 14th in many Indian states. In most cities, banks will be closed on the 13th and 14th of November due to the Diwali festival. The 11th is a Second Saturday, and the 12th is a Sunday. In a few states, banks will also have a holiday on the 15th of November for Bhaidooj, Chitragupt Jayanti, Laxmi Puja (Deepawali), Ningol Chakkouba, and Bhratridwitiya.

In November, we'll have another extended weekend. Banks will be closed from the 25th to the 27th of November because of the 4th Saturday, Sunday, and special holidays like Guru Nanak Jayanti, Karthika Purnima, and Rahas Purnima.

Diwali 2023: 5-Day Festival Days

Diwali Festival Day 1: Dhanteras (November 10, Friday)

Dhanteras is a Hindu festival that marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali festival. It is celebrated on the thirteenth lunar day of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) in the Hindu month of Kartika. Dhanteras is considered to be an auspicious day to buy new things, especially gold and silver. It is also a day to worship Lord Dhanvantari, the Hindu god of medicine and Ayurveda.

The word Dhanteras is derived from the Sanskrit words "dhan" (wealth) and "teras" (thirteen). On this day, people believe that buying new things, especially gold and silver, will bring them good luck and prosperity. Dhanteras is also a day to clean and decorate the home and to prepare for the Diwali celebrations.

Diwali Festival Day 2: Choti Diwali (November 11, Saturday)

Choti Diwali, also known as Naraka Chaturdashi, is the second day of the five-day Diwali festival. It is celebrated on the fourteenth lunar day of the dark fortnight (Krishna Paksha) in the Hindu month of Kartika. Choti Diwali marks the victory of good over evil, as it is the day that Lord Krishna killed the demon Narakasura.

Diwali Festival Day 3: Diwali (Laxmi Puja) (November 12, Sunday)

Diwali, also known as Deepawali, is the biggest and most important festival in Hinduism. It is a five-day festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil, light over darkness, and knowledge over ignorance. Diwali is celebrated on the darkest night of the Hindu month of Kartika, which typically falls in October or November.

Diwali Festival Day 4: Govardhan Puja (November 14, Tuesday)

Govardhan Puja is a Hindu festival celebrated on the second day of Diwali. It is a festival that celebrates the victory of Krishna over Indra, the king of the gods.

The story goes that Indra was angry with Krishna for teaching the villagers to worship Govardhan Hill, a sacred hill in Vrindavan, instead of him. Indra sent a downpour of rain to punish the villagers, but Krishna lifted Govardhan Hill on his finger to protect the villagers from the rain.

Diwali Festival Day 5: Bhai Dooj (November 15, Wednesday)

Bhai Dooj is a Hindu festival celebrated by brothers and sisters. It is celebrated on the second day after Diwali, which is the darkest night of the Hindu month of Kartika.

The word Bhai Dooj is derived from the Sanskrit words "bhai" (brother) and "dooj" (second). The festival is a celebration of the bond between a brother and a sister.

Types of holidays in India:

There are two types of holidays observed in India, National Holidays and Government Holidays.

National holidays

- National Holidays (Gazetted holidays)which include Republic Day, Independence Day, and Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti. On National holidays banks, schools, government offices, and other types of private sectors remain shut across the country.

Government holidays

- Government holidays in India are classified into two types: state government bank holidays and central government bank holidays. State government bank holidays are observed only in the respective state, while central government bank holidays are observed across the country. For example, Himachal Day is a bank holiday in Himachal Pradesh, but it is not a bank holiday in other states. Similarly, Onam is a bank holiday in Kerala, but it is not a bank holiday in other states. On the other hand, Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti are all central government bank holidays that are observed across the country.

Diwali 2023: 5-Day Festival Important Dates And Days

Diwali 2023: FAQs

Q: What are the five days of Diwali?

Diwali is a five-day festival. The first day, known as Dhanteras, is dedicated to wealth worship. The second day is Naraka Chaturdashi, marking the defeat of the demon Narakasura by Lord Krishna. The third day is Diwali itself. The fourth day is Govardhan Puja, and the fifth day is Bhai Dooj, celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters.

Q: How is Diwali celebrated?

Diwali is celebrated with immense enthusiasm. People clean and decorate their homes, light oil lamps, burst firecrackers, exchange gifts, and partake in sumptuous feasts. Temples are illuminated, and prayers are offered to deities.

Q: When is Diwali celebrated?

Diwali falls in either October or November, depending on the lunar calendar. The main day of celebration is on the third day, but the festivities span five days.

Q: What is the significance of Diwali?

Diwali holds great significance as it marks the return of Lord Rama, an incarnation of the god Vishnu, to his kingdom after defeating the demon king Ravana. It symbolizes the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness.

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