If you’re planning to visit your bank tomorrow, November 11, you might need to pause your plans.
According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) official holiday calendar, banks in most parts of the country will remain open, but there’s one exception — the state of Sikkim.
Before stepping out for any banking work, it’s always a good idea to check the RBI’s list of state-wise holidays.
Let’s find out why banks will be closed in Sikkim and what it means for the rest of the country.
Why Are Banks Closed in Sikkim on November 11?
Banks in Sikkim will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, to mark the celebration of the Lhabab Duchen festival.
This Buddhist festival holds great cultural and spiritual importance in the state, which is why all banking services will remain suspended for the day.
If you’re a resident of Sikkim or have banking work there, make sure to plan your visit for another day.
What About Other States?
Good news for everyone else — banks across all other states and union territories, including Delhi, will remain open on November 11.
There are no other scheduled holidays this week, according to the RBI.
For the rest of November, banks will only remain closed on Sundays and the fourth Saturday, as per the regular schedule.
In Summary
Banks closed: Only in Sikkim (Lhabab Duchen festival)
Banks open: Everywhere else in India
Next holidays: Sundays and the fourth Saturday of November
So, if you’re outside Sikkim, you can carry on with your banking plans as usual tomorrow!
