Bank Holidays: Bank branches to remain closed on October 22 on account of Govardhan Puja, check list
Bank Holiday on Wednesday, October 22, 2025: Banks are closed in many states across the country today, Wednesday, October 22. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, banks have been closed today for Govardhan Puja, Balipratipada, Vikram Samvat New Year, and Lakshmi Puja (Diwali).
Bank Holiday on Wednesday, October 22, 2025: Banks are closed in many states across the country today, Wednesday, October 22. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday calendar, banks have been declared closed today on the occasion of Govardhan Puja, Balipratipada, Vikram Samvat New Year, and Lakshmi Puja (Diwali). Consequently, all public and private banks, including SBI, PNB, HDFC, and ICICI, will remain closed. However, ATM, internet, and mobile banking services will remain operational as usual for customer convenience.
Govardhan Puja and Balipratipada, celebrated after Diwali, hold special significance in Hinduism. These days commemorate Lord Krishna lifting the Govardhan mountain, while Balipratipada symbolizes the worship of King Bali and Lord Vishnu. In states like Gujarat, this day is also celebrated as Vikram Samvat New Year, marking the beginning of the new year.
Complete list of bank holidays in October 2025
October 22, 2025
Banks will be closed in Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar on Diwali, Vikram Samvat New Year, Govardhan Puja, and Balipratipada.
October 23, 2025
Banks will be closed in Gujarat, Sikkim, Manipur, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and Himachal Pradesh on Bhai Dooj, Chitragupta Jayanti, Lakshmi Puja, Bhatri Dwitiya, and Ningol Chakouba.
October 25 – Fourth Saturday
October 26 – Sunday
October 27, 2025
Banks will be closed in West Bengal, Bihar, and Jharkhand on account of Chhath Puja (evening offering).
October 28, 2025
Banks will be closed in Bihar and Jharkhand on account of Chhath Puja (morning offering).
October 31, 2025
Banks in Gujarat will be closed to mark the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
October 2025 is going to be a busy month for banking purposes, as it has the most holidays. Therefore, customers are advised to complete their banking tasks in advance. However, digital and online transaction services will be available around the clock.
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