Home / Business and Economy / Banks Uncertain About Raksha Bandhan Holiday in 2025
Banks Uncertain About Raksha Bandhan Holiday in 2025
9 Aug
Summary
- Banks unsure if they will be open on August 9, 2025 for Raksha Bandhan
- India has only 3 national holidays in 2024, other holidays vary by state
- Banks closed on 2nd and 4th Saturdays in August 2025
As of August 9, 2025, there is uncertainty among bank customers regarding whether banks will remain open for the Raksha Bandhan festival, which also falls on a Saturday this year. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) typically publishes a state-wise and month-wise bank holiday list, but the status of Raksha Bandhan is unclear.
The Indian government has declared only three national holidays in 2024: Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti. Apart from these national holidays, other bank holidays vary depending on the state. In August 2025, banks will be closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, as per the RBI's guidelines.
Raksha Bandhan is a popular and traditionally Hindu festival celebrated in various states across India. On this day, sisters of all ages tie a charm or amulet known as the rakhi around their brothers' wrists. However, it remains to be seen whether banks will observe a holiday for this occasion in 2025.
