West Bengal Bankers Seek October 17 Holiday for Mahalaya Observance

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Banking associations in West Bengal have requested the state government to declare October 17 a public holiday. Their request is due to Mahalaya, an important cultural and religious observance marking the beginning of Durga Puja festivities. The appeal was made by the West Bengal Regional Security Forum and the State Level Bankers' Committee. They argue that a holiday is needed as many employees, including security personnel, would be observing the day. The request follows a similar one made by bankers in Kolkata last year.

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