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Assam Observes Bank Holiday to Honor Revered Saint Srimanta Sankardev
25 Aug
Summary
- Banks closed only in Assam to mark death anniversary of Srimanta Sankardev
- Digital banking becoming preferred mode for banking transactions in India
- Upcoming bank holidays in several states for Ganesh Chaturthi and Nuakhai
As of August 25, 2025, banks across the country are operating as usual, with the exception of Assam, where they remain closed to mark the death anniversary (Tithi) of Srimanta Sankardev, a highly revered saint, scholar, and cultural icon of the state.
The Tirubhav Tithi commemorates Sankardev's passing and is an important day for remembering the great philosopher and cultural symbol. While banks in Assam are observing this holiday, financial institutions in all other states are functioning normally on this date.
In recent years, digital banking has become the preferred mode of managing money in India. This allows customers to access their accounts, transfer funds, pay bills, and even apply for loans without the need to visit a physical branch. However, some transactions, such as those exceeding daily limits or requiring cash deposits, still necessitate in-person visits.
Looking ahead, bank holidays are scheduled in several states on August 27 and 28, 2025. On August 27, banks will be closed in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Bangalore, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Goa, and Andhra Pradesh to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi. The following day, August 28, banks in Odisha will be closed for Nuakhai, and those in Goa will observe the second day of Ganesh Chaturthi.
