Maharashtra Day: Banks, offices, schools, public transport — what is open in Mumbai and what is not
State Holiday for May Day / Maharashtra Day and Labour Day: Today, May 1, is commemorated as Maharashtra Day in honour of the establishment of the state in India. Also known as Maharashtra Din, it marks the anniversary of May 1, 1960, when Maharashtra was officially formed following the reorganisation of states based on language. May 1st is also recognised as Labour Day, dedicated to acknowledging the contributions of workers and the labour movement.
It serves as a reminder to honour the rights and accomplishments of workers, while also highlighting ongoing efforts for fair wages, improved working conditions, and social justice. Labour Day is celebrated under different names across Indian states. It is commonly known as May Day, Kamgar Din in Hindi, Karmikara Dinacharane in Kannada, Karmika Dinotsavam in Telugu, Kamgar Divas in Marathi, Uzhaipalar Dhinam in Tamil, Thozhilaali Dinam in Malayalam, and Shromik Dibosh in Bengali.
So as Maharashtra celebrates May 1 and some other Indian states also celebrate Labour Day, we take a look at what's open and closed in the state and financial capital Mumbai today. On May 1st, commonly known as Labour Day or International Workers' Day, banks in several countries, including India, typically remain closed. In Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Manipur, Kerala, West Bengal, Goa, and Bihar, banks will be closed.
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