Banks will be closed on 19 and 26 August in Madhya Pradesh, Govt approves Bank holiday on Raksha Bandhan and Janmashtami [Order Copy]

If you work in a bank in Madhya Pradesh, there’s some exciting news for you! The state government has officially approved holidays for bank employees to celebrate two major festivals: Raksha Bandhan and Shri Krishna Janmashtami. Madhya Pradesh has declared that all banks in the state will be closed on Raksha Bandhan and Shri Krishna Janmashtami. This means you’ll have extra time to enjoy these special days with your family and friends.

Why the Holidays?

Raksha Bandhan is a festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, while Shri Krishna Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna, an important figure in Hinduism. Both of these festivals are significant and widely celebrated in India, and it’s great to see that bank employees will have the chance to participate in the festivities without having to worry about work.