Will November 20 Be a Bank Holiday in Maharashtra for the State Assembly Election?
November 20 will be a bank holiday in Maharashtra due to the State Assembly Election. The government has declared a public holiday not only for banks but also for state government offices and other related organizations on this date.
Bank Holiday on November 20
As the Maharashtra State Assembly Election takes place on November 20, all bank branches across the state will remain closed. This is in accordance with the official notification from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which has included the date in its holiday list for the state.
Bank Holiday on November 20
As the Maharashtra State Assembly Election takes place on November 20, all bank branches across the state will remain closed. This is in accordance with the official notification from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), which has included the date in its holiday list for the state.
Public Holiday for Government Offices
In addition to the bank holiday, the Maharashtra government has also declared November 20 as a public holiday for its offices and associated organizations, allowing employees the day off to participate in or observe the election process.
# November 2024 Bank Holiday List
Here are some other key bank holidays in November 2024:
- November 1: Diwali Amavasya (Laxmi Pujan)
- November 2: Diwali (Bali Pratipada)
- November 7: Chhath (Evening Arghya)
- November 8: Chhath (Morning Arghya)
- November 15: Guru Nanak Jayanti
- November 18: Kanakadasa Jayanti
- November 23: Seng Kutsnem
# Weekend Bank Holidays
Banks will also be closed on the following weekends:
- November 3, 10, 17, 24 (Sundays)
- November 9 (Second Saturday)
Bank holidays in India vary depending on state-specific festivals and events. In Maharashtra, November 20 stands out as a significant day due to the State Assembly Election, resulting in a holiday for banks and government offices across the state.
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