Wed Oct 16 14:21:48 UTC 2024: ## Public Holiday Alert: Banks, Schools, and Offices Closed in Several States on October 17th

**New Delhi:** As the festive season kicks off in October, several states are observing public holidays on October 17th. This includes Karnataka, Assam, and Himachal Pradesh, where schools, colleges, government offices, and banks will remain closed in observance of **Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti** and **Kati Bihu**.

**Weekend Holidays:** Additionally, October 20th and 27th will be public holidays due to the weekly Sunday holiday.

**Diwali Holiday:** The Diwali festival will be celebrated on either October 31st or November 1st, with a three-day holiday from October 31st to November 3rd, including **Diwali**, **Govardhan Puja**, **Bhai Dooj**, and **Chitragupta Jayanti**. This extended holiday will see banks remain closed across the country.

**Important Reminder:** If you have any banking transactions planned for October 17th, ensure you check the status of your local banks to avoid any inconvenience.

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