Kovai Courtallam waterfalls to remain closed on April 9

Mahavir Jayanti is celebrated across the world to mark the birth of the greatest preacher of Jainism, Lord Mahavir. He was the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism. According to the Gregorian calendar, this festival is observed in March or April. Also known as Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, it is one of the most significant religious festivals for the Jain community worldwide.

This year, there has been some confusion over the exact date of the occasion. But according to the public holiday calendars issued by the central and state governments, Mahavir Jayanti will be observed on April 10 (Thursday). If you have any pending bank-related tasks, schedule your visit accordingly, as the bank will remain closed on Mahavir Jayanti, April 10.

As per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday list, banks will remain shut on April 10 for Mahavir Jayanti/ Mahavir Janma Kalyanak only in specific cities this year. It includes Aizawl, Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Belapur, Bhopal, Chennai, Jaipur, Kolkata, Kanpur, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Raipur and Ranchi and others.