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India's November Bank Holidays Announced: Festivals and Celebrations Disrupt Services
31 Oct
Summary
- Several Indian states to observe regional bank holidays in November 2025
- Closures for events like Kannada Rajyothsava, Guru Nanak Jayanti, and Kartika Purnima
- Customers advised to check state-specific schedules to avoid inconvenience
As November 2025 begins, banking customers across India will need to be mindful of the upcoming regional holidays. While regular banking services will continue in most parts of the country, several states will observe closures on select days to mark local festivals and celebrations.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced the November 2025 bank holiday schedule, which includes closures in states like Karnataka for Kannada Rajyothsava, Mizoram and other regions for Guru Nanak Jayanti, and Meghalaya for the Nongkrem Dance and Wangala festivals. Additionally, banks will be closed nationwide on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month.
Customers planning in-branch visits during this period are advised to check the state-specific holiday calendar to avoid any inconvenience. The varied regional celebrations and observances will disrupt banking services in certain areas, underscoring the need for advance planning and flexibility.
