Overview
- The Reserve Bank of India published a regional holiday calendar on Monday that designates October 26 as a bank holiday in Tripura, Chandigarh, Jammu, Srinagar and Himachal Pradesh.
- Banks in those locations will close for local observances such as Laxmi Puja, Accession Day and Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti while most branches across India remain open.
- Core digital services including UPI, internet and mobile banking, ATMs, NEFT, RTGS and card payments will continue to operate in affected areas.
- Customers who need cash-counter work, cheque processing, account openings, loan meetings or document verification should postpone visits or contact their local branch for confirmation.
- Bank holidays are set by the RBI with state inputs and follow a wider schedule that also includes regular second and fourth Saturday and Sunday closures, so customers should consult the official RBI list or their bank before planning in-person banking.