- Assam banks closed for Srimanta Sankardeva Janmotsav on September 21.
- Kerala banks observe Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day holiday.
- Digital banking services remain available despite branch closures.
Customers planning to visit bank branches on Monday, September 21, should note that physical banking services will remain closed in Assam and Kerala due to regional holidays. The closure will not apply to bank branches across the country.
The holiday in Assam is being observed for Srimanta Sankardeva Janmotsav, while banks in Kerala will remain closed for Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day.
Bank Holiday In Assam
Assam banks will remain shut on September 21 following the birth anniversary of 15th century saint, poet, social reformer and Vaishnavite scholar, Srimanta Sankardeva.
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Srimanta Sankardeva was born in 1449 in Assam, and he is considered the founder of the Ekasarana Namadharma tradition.
Bank Holiday In Kerala
In Kerala, September 21 is observed as Sree Narayana Guru Samadhi Day. The day commemorates the death anniversary of Sree Narayana Guru, a prominent spiritual leader and social reformer who challenged caste discrimination and social inequality.
The observance is particularly associated with Sivagiri Math in Varkala, where Sree Narayana Guru attained Samadhi.
Can You Use Digital Banking Services?
Although branches will remain closed, customers can continue using ATMs, UPI, internet banking and mobile banking for most routine transactions.
Services that require a physical branch visit, including certain document submissions, verification and account-related requests, will only be available once branches reopen.
Other Bank Holidays In September
The remaining regional bank holidays in September include:
- September 22: Banks in Jharkhand will remain closed for Karma Puja.
- September 23: Banks in Jammu and Kashmir will remain closed for the birthday of Maharaja Hari Singh Ji.
- September 25: Banks in Sikkim will remain closed for Indrajatra.
- September 26: Banks will remain closed on the fourth Saturday.
- September 27: Banks will remain closed on Sunday.
Bank holidays can also vary according to the bank's state and banking centre. Customers are advised to visit their bank's specific branch holiday dates before making a personal visit.