Mumbai Banks Closed Jan 15 for Civic Polls; Mahayuti vs Thackeray Front Battle Heats Up

• Banks in Mumbai will be closed on January 15 due to municipal corporation elections.
• The state government declared a public holiday for the civic polls in Mumbai.
• The holiday applies to government, semi-government offices, PSUs, banks, and various private establishments across Mumbai.
• Voters registered in Mumbai but working outside the city are also allowed to vote.
• The BJP-led Mahayuti and the united Thackeray front are contesting for control of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

Why It Matters: Mumbai observes a public holiday on January 15 for municipal elections, closing banks and businesses.