Banks close in parts of India and across the US on November 11
The gist
Most U.S. banks shut for Veterans Day while Indian branches close in five states for Diwali rites.
Schedules vary by state and branch, so check your local bank before heading out.
How it unfolded
- Nov 7, 2026No bank holiday in India on the first Saturday of the month; Diwali closures begin the following Monday.
- Nov 9, 2026Banks close in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, Tripura, Chandigarh, Sikkim and Manipur for Diwali/Laxmi Puja; other states operate normally.
- Nov 10, 2026Branches in Ahmedabad, Belapur, Bengaluru, Dehradun, Gangtok, Mumbai and Nagpur shut for Diwali (Bali Pratipada) and related observances.
Key terms
- Veterans Day
- A U.S. federal holiday on November 11 honoring military veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces.
- Diwali
- Hindu festival of lights celebrating the triumph of good over evil, lasting five or six days in autumn.
- Laxmi Puja
- Hindu occasion honoring Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, celebrated during the Diwali festival.
Source: Wikipedia