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Public and private banks remain closed for banking transactions on festivals, national and state-specific holidays. While banking transactions at the bank’s branch remain unavailable to customers, ATMs and online banking are available. Read on to discover the Himachal Pradesh bank holiday list 2022.
Bank holidays in Himachal Pradesh 2022 includes the regular public holidays as well as mandatory holidays. Mandatory bank holidays are restricted to the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Below is the list of Himachal Pradesh bank holidays:
Below is the day, date and name of holidays observed by banks in Himachal Pradesh during the calendar year 2022:
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Saturday | 8 January | Second Saturday |
Saturday | 22 January | Fourth Saturday |
Tuesday | 25 January | State Day |
Wednesday | 26 January | Republic Day |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Saturday | 12 February | Second Saturday |
Wednesday | 16 February | Guru Ravidas Jayanti |
Saturday | 26 February | Fourth Saturday |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Tuesday | 1 March | Maha Shivaratri |
Saturday | 12 March | Second Saturday |
Saturday | 19 March | Holi |
Saturday | 26 March | Fourth Saturday |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Saturday | 9 April | Second Saturday |
Sunday | 10 April | Ram Navami |
Thursday | 14 April | Dr. Ambedkar Jayanti |
Friday | 15 April | Good Friday & Himachal Day |
Saturday | 23 April | Fourth Saturday |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Monday | 2 May | Maharshi Parasuram Jayanti |
Tuesday | 3 May | Eid-Ul Fitr |
Saturday | 14 May | Second Saturday |
Monday | 16 May | Buddha Purnima |
Saturday | 28 May | Fourth Saturday |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Thursday | 2 June | Maharana Pratap Jayanti |
Saturday | 11 June | Second Saturday |
Tuesday | 14 June | Sant Guru Kabir Jayanti |
Saturday | 25 June | Fourth Saturday |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Saturday | 9 July | Second Saturday |
Sunday | 10 July | Bakrid / Eid al Adha |
Saturday | 23 July | Fourth Saturday |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Tuesday | 9 August | Muharram |
Saturday | 13 August | Second Saturday |
Monday | 15 August | Independence Day |
Friday | 19 August | Janmashtami |
Saturday | 27 August | Fourth Saturday |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Saturday | 10 September | Second Saturday |
Saturday | 24 September | Fourth Saturday |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Sunday | 2 October | Gandhi Jayanti |
Wednesday | 5 October | Vijaya Dashami |
Saturday | 8 October | Second Saturday |
Sunday | 9 October | Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti |
Saturday | 22 October | Fourth Saturday |
Tuesday | 25 October | Diwali |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Tuesday | 8 November | Guru Nanak Jayanti |
Saturday | 12 November | Second Saturday |
Saturday | 26 November | Fourth Saturday |
Day | Date | Holiday Name |
Saturday | 10 December | Second Saturday |
Saturday | 24 December | Fourth Saturday |
Sunday | 25 December | Christmas Festival |
Note: The list of Himachal Pradesh bank holidays is applicable across the state including the cities listed below:
Shimla
Dharamshala
Manali
Solan
Mandi
Chamba
Dalhousie
Kasauli
Nahan
Bilaspur
Also, read: India Bank Holidays List 2022
Himachal Pradesh is nestled at the foothills of the mighty Himalayas which is picture perfect for a great vacation. From mesmerising valleys, snow-capped mountains to cosy hill stations, the state is indeed a tourists’ or travellers’ abode. Below are some of the popular tourists places in Himachal Pradesh that you might want to visit:
Shimla: Not only is it the capital of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is also called as the Queen of Hills. Winter is the right time to spend your holidays in Shimla as the city is covered with snow. Apart from enjoying its picturesque landscape, travellers and adventure seekers can trek or hike to view some of the breathtaking views. Shimla is well connected by air, road and rail which makes it accessible for tourists.
Manali: Manali is one of the top destinations in India as it draws tourists from across the globe for its picture-perfect landscape especially when it snows. There are several valleys, waterfalls, lush pine forests and meadows that attract both tourists and adventure seekers.
Kasol: The hamlet of Kasol lies on the banks of river Parvati and is also referred to as the “Little Israel of India” as it attracts several tourists from Israel. Kasol is famous among travellers and backpackers as it offers breathtaking views while you trek or hike some of the snow-capped mountains. There are several budget-friendly stays and cafes catering to tourists especially backpackers.
Dharamshala: Dharamshala is the winter capital of Himachal Pradesh and sits in the upper reaches of Kangra valley. The climate is excellent most of the year, Dharamshala is surrounded by snow-capped Dhauladhar mountains and thick pine forests making it a great place to trek and explore the mesmerizing landscapes of the beautiful state of Himachal Pradesh.
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