Bank Holidays on Holi: In the occasion of holi, banks will be closed in several Indian states, though the exact dates of closure will vary depending on regional customs and state-wise regulations. Despite the closures of physical bank branches in several states, customers will still be able to access services through online banking, UPI transactions, and ATMs.
Bank Holidays for Holika Dahan (March 13, 2025)
On March 13, 2025, banks will be closed in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand for the celebration of Holika Dahan. This ritual, celebrated the night before Holi, involves lighting bonfires to symbolise the victory of good over evil. Holika Dahan, also known as Chhoti Holi or Holika Deepak, is a significant cultural tradition that marks the removal of negativity and the welcoming of prosperity.
Bank Holidays for Holi (March 14, 2025)
On March 14, 2025, banks will remain closed in several other states in observance of Holi, the festival of colors. States such as Gujarat, Orissa, Chandigarh, Sikkim, Assam, Hyderabad (AP & Telangana), Arunachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Jammu, Bengal, Maharashtra, New Delhi, Goa, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Meghalaya, Himachal Pradesh, and Srinagar will see bank closures.
Yaosang Celebration on March 15, 2025
While most banks will be open on March 15, 2025, as it falls on the third Saturday of the month, certain states like Tripura, Orissa, and Manipur will observe bank closures for Yaosang. This festival, celebrated in Manipur, marks the arrival of spring and is a time for community bonding with music, dance, and sports.
Two-Day Bank Holiday in Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand
In Uttar Pradesh and Jharkhand, a two-day bank holiday has been declared for March 13 and 14, 2025, allowing residents to fully observe Holi and Holika Dahan.