As per the official holiday calendar declared by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), December 2023 will witness a series of closures across various states in India, impacting banking services on several occasions. This comprehensive holiday schedule encompasses both national and regional celebrations, urging bank customers to strategize their financial activities.
The month of December is poised to witness a total of 18 bank holidays, including state-observed occasions and the routine closure of second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays. These closures will affect the functioning of bank branches in specific regions, with varying implications for customers across the country.
State-Specific Closures:
- December 1st will mark closures in Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland for State Inauguration Day/Indigenous Faith day.
- On December 4th, Goa will observe the Feast of St. Francis Xavier, leading to bank closures.
- Meghalaya will witness bank closures on December 12th and 18th due to Pa-Togan Nengminja Sangma and the Death Anniversary of U SoSo Tham, respectively.
- Sikkim will experience bank closures on December 13th and 14th for Losoong/Namsoong celebrations.
- December 19th will see closures in Goa for Goa Liberation Day.
- Mizoram, Nagaland, and Meghalaya will observe closures on December 26th for Christmas Celebration.
- Nagaland will additionally close banks on December 27th for Christmas celebrations.
- U Kiang Nangbah will prompt bank closures in Meghalaya on December 30th.
National Holidays:
- Christmas on December 25th will lead to bank closures across all states in India.
While bank branches will remain closed during these holidays, customers can leverage online and digital banking services to manage their financial transactions seamlessly. Online fund transfers, mobile banking apps, and customer service hotlines will operate without interruption, ensuring convenience and security for customers to address their banking needs remotely.
Given the variance in holiday schedules across states, it is crucial for bank patrons to review their respective state’s holiday list and plan their financial activities accordingly. This proactive approach will enable individuals to mitigate any inconvenience caused by the scheduled closures and ensure a smooth financial experience.
| Date | Holiday Description | States Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 1 | State Inauguration Day/Indigenous Faith day | Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland |
| Dec 4 | Feast of St. Francis Xavier | Goa |
| Dec 9 | Second Saturday | All states |
| Dec 12 | Pa-Togan Nengminja Sangma | Meghalaya |
| Dec 13 | Losoong/Namsoong | Sikkim |
| Dec 14 | Losoong/Namsoong | Sikkim |
| Dec 17 | Sunday | |
| Dec 18 | Death Anniversary of U SoSo Tham | Meghalaya |
| Dec 19 | Goa Liberation Day | Goa |
| Dec 23 | Fourth Saturday | All states |
| Dec 24 | Sunday | |
| Dec 25 | Christmas | All states |
| Dec 26 | Christmas Celebration | Mizoram, Nagaland, Meghalaya |
| Dec 27 | Christmas | Nagaland |
| Dec 30 | U Kiang Nangbah | Meghalaya |
| Dec 31 | Sunday |
Stay informed and plan ahead to navigate the December bank holiday schedule in India effectively, utilizing digital banking services for uninterrupted financial management.