Regional Bank Holiday Observed Across India

* Banks were closed in some parts of India because of festivals like Bohag Bihu, Vishu and Bengali New Year.

These holidays are in certain states so banking services were not available everywhere.

The way people celebrate these festivals is different in each region, based on customs and traditions.

* This means bank holidays are announced by each state and only some areas are affected.

Customers in those areas were told to plan their transactions of time or use online banking to avoid problems.

Bohag Bihu is the start of the Assamese New Year. People celebrate with cultural events and gatherings.

* Vishu in Kerala is about the harvest season. Has rituals for good luck and new beginnings.

The Bengali New Year is also celebrated with events marking a fresh start.

Though physical bank branches were closed, online banking, mobile banking and ATMs still worked.

* This meant people could still do financial tasks.

These regional bank holidays show Indias culture with many festivals across different states.

* They also affect transactions and local businesses so people need to plan ahead.

Overall these holidays balance Indias cultural heritage, with its financial systems.