Bank Holidays: Banks to Remain Closed for Three Consecutive Days — Here’s Why
If you have any important bank-related work, make sure to complete it before June 27, as banks across parts of India will remain closed for three consecutive days, from June 27 to June 29, 2025.
New Delhi: If you have any important bank-related work, make sure to complete it before June 27, as banks across parts of India will remain closed for three consecutive days, from June 27 to June 29, 2025. Regular banking services will resume on Monday, June 30.
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Why Are Banks Closed from June 27 to June 29?
June 27 – Rath Yatra Festival
Banks in Odisha, Manipur, and a few other states will remain closed on June 27 in observance of the Jagannath Rath Yatra, a major Hindu festival celebrated in Puri, Odisha. However, banks in other states will function as usual on this day.
June 28 – Fourth Saturday
As per the RBI schedule, all banks across India remain closed on the fourth Saturday of every month. This year, June 28 falls on the fourth Saturday.
June 29 – Sunday
Being a weekly off, June 29 (Sunday) is a regular non-working day for all banks across India.
Impact on Banking Services
Due to the three-day bank holiday, customers may experience delays in services like:
- Loan approvals
- Cheque clearance
- Branch-level services
Banking officials have advised customers to complete important financial transactions in advance and make use of digital banking facilities such as mobile apps, internet banking, ATMs, and UPI services during this period.
June 30 – Peace Accord Day in Mizoram
Additionally, on June 30, banks will remain closed in Mizoram on account of Remna Ni (Peace Accord Day), a state-specific holiday.
What is Rath Yatra?
Jagannath Rath Yatra, also known as Ratha Jatra, is one of the oldest and grandest chariot festivals in Hinduism. Held annually in the Hindu month of Ashadha (June–July), the festival is celebrated in Puri, Odisha.
During Rath Yatra, the deities Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are taken out in massive wooden chariots and paraded through the streets, attracting millions of devotees from across India and abroad.
Plan Your Banking Ahead
To avoid inconvenience, customers are advised to:
- Complete in-person banking tasks before June 27
- Use digital platforms for transactions during the holiday period
- Stay informed via official RBI and bank announcements
