New Delhi, Oct. 1 -- In India, Gandhi Jayanti is celebrated every year on October 2 to mark the birth anniversary of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi. Gandhi was born on this exact date in 1869. Internationally, the day is recognised by the United Nations as the International Day of Non-Violence in honour of Gandhi's commitment towards non-violence, peace and truth.

This year, October 2 or Gandhi Jayanti, will fall on a Friday. Will banks in India remain open or closed tomorrow on Gandhi Jayanti?

India observes the day as one of its three official national holidays to celebrate the "Father of the Nation" and his leadership in India's independence.

The day is recognised as a national holiday. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holid...