Banks Closed in Select States on January 14 for Harvest Festivals; Digital Services Continue

On January 14, 2026, banks will be closed in select Indian states including Gujarat, Odisha, Assam, and Arunachal Pradesh in observance of harvest festivals like Makar Sankranti and Magh Bihu, as per the Reserve Bank of India's holiday calendar under the Negotiable Instruments Act. Major metropolitan banks remain open on this date but will observe holidays on January 15 for festivals such as Pongal. Despite branch closures, digital banking and ATM services will continue to operate nationwide. The Indian stock market will be closed on January 15 due to municipal elections in Maharashtra.