Bank holidays on Mahashivratri 2025: If you have any important bank-related work in the coming days then, be aware that banks will be closed on two specific days this week. As per the Reserve Bank of India¡¯s (RBI) official holiday schedule, there will be bank holidays on February 26 and February 28, 2025. These closures are part of the planned bank holidays 2025, which include weekends, national public holidays, and regional holidays specific to different states.
Banks will be closed on February 26 due to Mahashivratri, which is a major Hindu festival celebrated across various states in India. Another bank holiday on February 28 is observed in certain states due to regional events such as Losar, and the Tibetan New Year. However, these bank holidays are state-specific, meaning that banks in some states will be open while others will remain closed.
On February 26, 2025, banks in several states will remain closed in observance of Mahashivratri. The states where bank holidays will be observed include:
People residing in these states should plan their bank visits accordingly.
On February 28, 2025, banks will be closed in Sikkim (Gangtok) due to the celebration of Losar, the Tibetan New Year. Both government and private sector banks will not be operational in the region on this day.
Despite physical bank holidays, customers can still access banking services through online banking and ATMs. Digital transactions, UPI payments, and net banking will function as usual, ensuring uninterrupted financial transactions.
To avoid inconvenience, check the official bank holidays 2025 list issued by the RBI. If you have urgent work like cash withdrawals, deposits, or cheque clearances, completing them before these scheduled closures is advisable.
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