As December approaches, it’s essential to be aware of the upcoming bank holidays to plan your financial activities accordingly.
In December 2023, banks will observe a total of 18 holidays, including state-specific and national celebrations.
Types of Bank Holidays
There are two categories of bank holidays: state holidays and national holidays.
State holidays are region-specific, and their observance depends on the state of residence. National holidays, on the other hand, are uniformly observed across the country.
National Holidays in December
India celebrates three national holidays in December:
December 1, 2023 (Friday): State Inauguration Day/Indigenous Faiths Day (Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland).
December 4, 2023 (Monday): Feast of St. Francis Xavier (Goa).
December 25, 2023 (Monday): Christmas (across India).
State Holidays in December
The list of state-specific holidays includes:
December 3, 2023 (Sunday).
December 9, 2023 (Saturday).
December 10, 2023 (Sunday).
December 12, 2023 (Tuesday): Pa-Togan Nengminja Sangma (Meghalaya).
December 13, 2023 (Wednesday): Lasung/Namsung (Sikkim).
December 14, 2023 (Thursday): Lasung/Namsung (Sikkim).
December 17, 2023 (Sunday).
December 18, 2023 (Monday): Death anniversary of U Soso Tham (Meghalaya).
December 19, 2023 (Tuesday): Goa Liberation Day (Goa).
December 23, 2023 (Saturday).
December 24, 2023 (Sunday).
December 26, 2023 (Tuesday): Christmas (Mizoram, Nagaland, and Meghalaya).
December 27, 2023 (Wednesday): Christmas (Nagaland).
December 30, 2023 (Saturday): Yu Kiang Nangbah (Meghalaya).
December 31, 2023 (Sunday).
Please note that December 25, 2023, Christmas, is celebrated nationwide, while additional regional holidays enrich the cultural diversity of the country.
Plan your banking transactions accordingly to ensure a smooth financial month.
