Second Saturday:Fourth Saturday:
In India, many government offices, banks, and financial institutions observe the second and fourth Saturdays of every month as holidays. This is in addition to the usual holidays such as Sundays and national holidays.
The decision to observe second and fourth Saturdays as holidays was made by the Reserve Bank of India in 2015. The idea behind this was to give employees of banks and financial institutions more time off and improve their work-life balance. The move was also expected to help reduce traffic congestion and fuel consumption, as well as promote tourism and leisure activities.
However, it's important to note that not all businesses or industries follow this schedule. Private companies and some government offices may still operate on second and fourth Saturdays. It's always a good idea to check with your employer or institution to see if they observe these holidays or not.
