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Diwali, the festival of lights, is just around the corner, and with it comes the annual confusion about the exact date and the related bank holidays. This year, Diwali falls on 20th October 2025, Monday, while some regions celebrate it on 21st October, Tuesday, along with Govardhan Puja. Naturally, many people are wondering when banks in their city will remain closed.
Let’s clear the confusion and look at the RBI’s official holiday list for this festive season.
20th October 2025: Diwali Bank Holiday
According to the RBI holiday schedule, most cities across India will observe a bank holiday on 20th October due to Diwali. However, there are some exceptions where banks will remain open. Cities where banks may operate normally include:
- Imphal
- Gangtok
- Patna
- Belapur
- Jammu
- Srinagar
- Nagpur
- Bhubaneswar
- Mumbai
If your city is not on the above list, you can expect banks to remain closed on 20th October.
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21st October 2025: Govardhan Puja & Regional Bank Holidays
The following day, 21st October, marks Govardhan Puja, which is also observed as a bank holiday in certain regions. Banks will be closed in:
- Madhya Pradesh
- Maharashtra
- Sikkim
- Odisha
- Manipur
- Bhubaneswar
- Belapur
If your city falls under these regions, plan your banking activities accordingly.
Upcoming Bank Holidays Around Diwali
Here’s a quick glance at other relevant bank holidays in October 2025:
- 18th October: Kaati Bihu (Assam: All banks closed)
- 20th October: Diwali (Most states: Banks closed)
- 21st October: Govardhan Puja (Many states: Banks closed)
- 27th October: Chhath Puja (West Bengal, Bihar, Jharkhand: Banks closed)
- 28th October: Chhath Puja (Bihar, Jharkhand: Banks closed)
Final Words
Before visiting a bank during Diwali, it’s important to check the local holiday schedule. While most cities will have banks closed on 20th October, some regions may observe the holiday on 21st October. Planning ahead can save you from last-minute inconvenience during the festive season.
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