Banks Closed in Several Indian States on January 15 for Festivals and Maharashtra Elections

On January 15, 2026, banks in several Indian states and cities will be closed due to regional festivals such as Makar Sankranti, Pongal, Uttarayana Punyakala, and Magh Bihu, as well as municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra. Cities including Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, and Lucknow will observe bank holidays, while branches in other areas remain open. Despite closures, digital banking services like ATMs, internet banking, and UPI will continue to operate. These holidays align with the Reserve Bank of India's official calendar.