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India Observes Bank Holiday on 31 Oct 2026; Major Banks Closed
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🗓 31 Oct 2026, 10:36 AM
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On 31 October 2026, India declared a bank holiday, leading to closures of major banks including SBI, HDFC, and ICICI.
India announced a nationwide bank holiday on 31 October 2026, a day when all banking operations will be suspended.
Major banks such as State Bank of India, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank will remain closed, along with their ATMs and online banking services.
Customers are advised to plan their financial transactions in advance and use alternative payment methods.
The Ministry of Finance confirmed that the holiday is in observance of a national event and will not affect other government services.
Major banks such as State Bank of India, HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank will remain closed, along with their ATMs and online banking services.
Customers are advised to plan their financial transactions in advance and use alternative payment methods.
The Ministry of Finance confirmed that the holiday is in observance of a national event and will not affect other government services.