Bank holiday on Mahavir Jayanti 2025: Banks will be closed tomorrow, April 10 每 Check city-wise list

Banks across several parts of India will remain closed tomorrow, April 10, 2025, due to Mahavir Jayanti 2025. This day is observed as a public holiday in honour of Lord Mahavir, the 24th and last Tirthankara of Jainism. However, there has been some confusion about the exact date of the bank holiday, leading to questions about which cities will be affected.

Who declares bank holidays in India?

In India, all bank holidays are officially declared by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). These holidays are listed under the Negotiable Instruments Act and include national holidays, regional festivals, and fixed weekly offs such as second and fourth Saturdays and all Sundays.

Banks to be shut on Mahavir Jayanti 2025

On the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti 2025, banks will remain shut in several major cities. The closure falls on a Thursday, and will be followed by the usual weekend holidays, making it a long weekend for many bank employees and customers.

Mahavir Jayanti bank holidays: City-wise list where banks will remain closed

As per the RBI holiday list, Mahavir Jayanti bank holidays will be observed in the following cities on April 10, 2025:

• Ahmedabad
• Aizawl
• Belapur
• Bengaluru
• Bhopal
• Chennai
• Jaipur
• Kanpur
• Kolkata
• Lucknow
• Mumbai
• Nagpur
• New Delhi
• Raipur
• Ranchi

It＊s important to note that not all states observe this day as a bank holiday, so banks in other cities may continue to operate as usual.

Online banking services will remain active

Even though physical bank branches will be shut in the above cities, online banking services will remain fully functional. Customers can still perform transactions, check balances, pay bills, and use mobile apps or net banking without any issues.

Why is Mahavir Jayanti celebrated?

Mahavir Jayanti marks the birth of Lord Mahavir, a spiritual leader and reformer in Jainism. He is remembered for spreading the message of non-violence, truth, and compassion. On this day, devotees visit Jain temples, offer prayers, and participate in religious events.

Plan your banking needs in advance

Since Mahavir Jayanti bank holidays may lead to long queues before and after the holiday, it＊s a good idea to complete your important bank-related tasks ahead of time. With banks closed tomorrow, make sure you finish any urgent work today.

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