Banks Shut 4 Days: Plan Ahead to Avoid January End Chaos!

• Banks will remain closed for 4 consecutive days at the end of January due to holidays and a nationwide strike.
• Closures include January 24 (4th Saturday), January 25 (Sunday), January 26 (Republic Day), and January 27 (Bank Strike).
• The United Forum of Bank Unions called the strike for demands like a 5-day work week, wage hikes, and pension issues.
• Expect potential ATM cash shortages and disruptions to check clearance; complete urgent bank work by January 23.
• Digital services like net banking, UPI, and mobile banking will remain active for online transactions.

Why It Matters: Banks closed for 4 days end-Jan; complete urgent tasks early to avoid disruption.