National Holiday On Raksha Bandhan? Find Out What Will Remain Closed On August 9, 2025

Raksha Bandhan, a joyous celebration of the unbreakable bond between brothers and sisters, is just around the corner. On August 9, 2025, siblings across India will tie rakhis, exchange gifts, and strengthen their lifelong ties. But will it be a national holiday? Let's find out which institutions and banks will remain closed on this special day to help you plan accordingly.

When is Raksha Bandhan 2025?

Raksha Bandhan in 2025 will be celebrated on Saturday, August 9, corresponding to the full‑moon (Purnima) of the month of Shravana, as per the Hindu calendar. Some sources have listed the date as Friday, August 8, 2025, however, the majority including official timetables and Panchang references confirm that the festival date is August 9.

Is Raksha Bandhan 2025 A National Holiday?

Contrary to some misconceptions, Raksha Bandhan is not a nationwide gazetted holiday. It is classified as a “restricted” or “optional” holiday by the central government, meaning that the central government offices remain open, and banks and stock markets continue normal operations. Several Central Government lists place Raksha Bandhan under restricted holidays for 2025, despite being a culturally significant observance.

Which States Treat It as a Holiday?

Certain states recognise Raksha Bandhan as a public or bank holiday and will observe closures. For 2025, the following are confirmed to give the day off:

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• Haryana
• Uttar Pradesh
• Rajasthan
• Madhya Pradesh
• Uttarakhand
• Gujarat
• Chhattisgarh
• Daman & Diu / Dadra & Nagar Haveli

In these states, state government offices and banks will remain closed on August 9, 2025, as per reports. Also, school calendars in these regions typically reflect the closure.

What Will Remain Open On August 9, 2025?

For the majority of the country, including the central government, banking institutions outside those specific states, corporate offices, and stock exchanges, operations will continue as usual.

• Stock markets (BSE, NSE) are not closed: Trading will run its normal schedule on Saturday.
• Central government departments function normally unless individuals choose to observe it as an optional leave.
• Private-sector offices largely remain open, although some companies may offer the option to take the day off as part of optional holidays.

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