Bank Holidays! All Banks In This State To Remain Closed For Next 3 Days

In the wake of the death of former Jharkhand Chief Minister and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) patriarch Shibu Soren, banks across Jharkhand will remain closed for the next three days. The announcement was made shortly after the ruling JMM declared a period of state mourning to honour the legacy of the veteran tribal leader.

Shibu Soren, fondly known as "Guruji" among his supporters, passed away at the age of 81 in New Delhi after a prolonged illness related to kidney complications. He had been undergoing treatment at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital for over a month. The news was confirmed by his son, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, who expressed profound grief at the loss of his father and political mentor.

As a mark of respect, the Jharkhand government has directed all government offices, educational institutions, and public sector banks to remain shut for three days starting Monday. Flags will fly at half-mast, and official entertainment events have been cancelled.

Banks, including private sector branches operating in the state, have been requested to comply with the government directive. The Jharkhand State Bankers' Committee issued a circular to ensure uniformity in operations, confirming that banking services will resume only after the mourning period concludes.

Political leaders across party lines, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, paid tribute to Soren's contributions to tribal rights and the formation of Jharkhand. Funeral arrangements are being finalized, and a state funeral is expected to take place in Dumka, Soren's hometown.

The sudden closure has prompted people to queue up at ATMs across Ranchi, Dhanbad, and Jamshedpur, anticipating cash shortages. Authorities have assured adequate ATM replenishment during this period.