Karwa Chauth Sparks Bank Holidays Across India in October 2025

As the Karwa Chauth festival approaches on October 10, 2025, banks across India are preparing for a series of holidays that will disrupt regular banking operations. While digital banking has made many services accessible online, some transactions still require customers to visit their local bank branches.

The Karwa Chauth festival, celebrated primarily in northern and western India, is one of the many Hindu festivals observed in October. Banks in Himachal Pradesh will remain closed on October 10, 2025, to mark the occasion. However, banks in other states will continue to function as usual.

Despite the increasing reliance on digital banking, there are still a few common transactions that necessitate a physical visit to the bank branch. These include cash deposits and withdrawals beyond certain limits, issuing high-value demand drafts, submitting or encashing cheques, and resolving disputes for failed transactions.

With numerous festivals scheduled throughout October 2025, banks across India will observe a series of public holidays, including for events such as Ayudhapooja, Vijayadashami, Durga Puja, and Diwali. While many banking services can now be accessed online, the need for in-person branch visits persists, especially for certain critical financial transactions.