Raksha Bandhan, a festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, will be observed on August 9, 2025. Many people plan family visits, shopping, or travel on this day, but if you also have important banking work, it is wise to check in advance whether banks will be open. Let’s look at whether banks will be closed on August 9, 2025, and which states will observe it as a holiday.
Are Banks Closed On Raksha Bandhan 2025?
Yes, banks will be closed in several parts of India on 9 August 2025. Here’s the reason why:
Second Saturday: August 9 falls on the second Saturday of the month, which is a designated bank holiday across India.
Raksha Bandhan/Jhulana Purnima: In addition, 9 August is also observed as a regional holiday for Raksha Bandhan or Jhulana Purnima in several states, including Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Dehradun, Jaipur, Kanpur, Lucknow, Shimla, and Bhubaneswar.
Therefore, due to these reasons, banks will not be operational on August 9, 2025. It is always advisable to plan your banking transactions accordingly.
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State-Wise Check List Of Bank Holidays On August 9, 2025
Here’s the state-wise list of where banks will be closed:
State/City |
Reason For Holiday |
All over India |
Second Saturday |
Ahmedabad |
Raksha Bandhan/Jhulana Purnima |
Bhopal |
Raksha Bandhan/Jhulana Purnima |
Jaipur |
Raksha Bandhan/Jhulana Purnima |
Kanpur |
Raksha Bandhan/Jhulana Purnima |
Lucknow |
Raksha Bandhan/Jhulana Purnima |
Shimla |
Raksha Bandhan/Jhulana Purnima |
Bhubaneswar |
Raksha Bandhan/Jhulana Purnima |
Points To Remember
- Bank branches across the country will be shut on August 9. Plan any in-person banking or cash needs accordingly.
- Digital banking services like mobile and internet banking will continue to be available.
- Though operations like cheque clearances or NEFT/RTGS may face delays due to the holiday.

If you live in any of these areas or plan to visit on August 9, keep in mind that physical bank branches will be shut. However, online and mobile banking services will remain available for essential transactions.
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