India, Nov. 10 -- Bhai Dooj 2026 is being celebrated on November 11, and customers planning bank visits may need to check whether their local branches will remain open or closed. The festival, also known as Bhaiya Dooj, Bhai Tika and Yama Dwitiya, is an important occasion in several parts of India and is associated with regional bank holidays.

According to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) November 2026 holiday calendar, banks will remain closed on Wednesday, November 11, in selected states for occasions including Bhai Dooj, Bhratridwitiya, Laxmi Puja and Chitragupt Jayanti.

The holiday is not applicable nationwide. Bank closures will depend on the state and the RBI regional holiday schedule. Customers should check their local branch's ...