Banks closed today? India’s Makar Sankranti bank holiday list for Jan 14–15, 2026
NEW DELHI, Jan 14, 2026, 06:21 IST Banks in certain regions of India are closed Wednesday for Makar Sankranti and Magh Bihu. While not a nationwide stoppage, the shutdown affects key local centers and precedes further closures set for Thursday. The timing is crucial since mid-January floods branches with cash withdrawals, cheque deposits, and forms that require in-person handling. Different state holiday schedules can disrupt travellers and small businesses, as festivals fall on varying days across India. Confusion deepens because bank holidays vary: some apply nationally, others only locally. Many are declared under the Negotiable Instruments Act, which regulates cheques