In the month of December, banking operations across the country may be affected. While the upcoming month brings a long list of holidays, the banking union has also announced strikes, which could lead to banks being closed for several days. Speaking of holidays, there will be a total no. of 18 official bank holidays in December. This includes weekends on Saturdays and Sundays. Additionally, there will be a strike for 6 days in December, during which banks may remain closed.
Bank Holidays December 2023:
1st December, 2023 - State Inauguration Day/Indigenous Faith Day
4th December, 2023 - Feast of Saint Francis Xavier
12th December, 2023 - Pa-Togan Nengminja Sangma
13th & 14th December, 2023 - Losoong/Namsoong
18th December, 2023 - U SoSo Tham's Nirvana Day
19th December, 2023 - Goa Liberation Day
25th December, 2023 - Christmas
26th December, 2023 - Christmas Celebration
27th & 30th December, 2023 - Christmas and U Kiang Nangbah
Although the holidays which are specifically celebrated in a particular state or region for example Goa Liberation Day and State Inauguration Day will only be marked as an off day for the banking employees in that particular region.
Weekend Holidays in December:
December 3, 2023 - Sunday
December 9, 2023 - Second Saturday
December 10, 2023 - Sunday
December 17, 2023 - Sunday
December 23, 2023 - Fourth Saturday
December 24, 2023 - Sunday
December 31, 2023 - Sunday
Bank Strike Dates:
The All India Bank Employees' Association (AIEBA) has also announced strikes on various dates from 4 2023, to January 20, 2024.
4th December 2023 - PNB, SBI, Punjab and Sind Bank
5th December, 2023 - Bank of Baroda and Bank of India
6th December, 2023 - Canara Bank and Central Bank of India
7th December, 2023 - Indian Bank and UCO Bank
8th December, 2023 - Union Bank of India and Bank of Maharashtra
11th December, 2023 - Private Banks
However, online banking services will continue during this period. Despite the crowded holiday schedule for banks in December, it's important to note that all online banking services will remain accessible. Through the use of mobile banking, the majority of transactions and services can be conveniently handled. However, for tasks that involve documentation, strategic planning based on the provided holiday list is crucial to efficiently manage work during this period.