Bank Holidays in Delhi during March

All the banks including State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, Bank of Maharashtra and AXIS Bank will remain closed on the second week and fourth week of Saturday.

Holi: Holi is observed on the full moon day of the Phagun (12th) month in the Hindu calendar, which usually falls at the end of February or early March in the Gregorian calendar. In some places, Holi is celebrated before the official Holi Day. It is known as the festival of colours. Holi is celebrated to mark the beginning of spring. All the nationalized banks and private banks will remain closed on this day.

Special food prepared to celebrate Holi includes Gujiya, Pakora, Dahi Vada, Barfi, Phirni, Chana Masala, Bhaang, Shakkar Paare, Besan Papdi and so on.

Shri Ram Navami: Shri Ram Navami is celebrated to mark the birthday of Lord Ram. The festival is celebrated with great pomp and splendour. People throng to nearby temples dedicated to Lord Ram, from early morning till late night on this day. On this day, food will be prepared without using onion and garlic and so mostly puri, chana and halwa will be prepared. Some people even celebrate the nine days of Chaitra Navratri by inviting 9 girls to their home for lunch who are treated like goddesses. Their feet will be washed and they will be fed with prasad and money or gifts will be offered to these 9 young little girls.