Bank holiday: On the first Monday of Sawan i.e. 14 July 2025, there is a question in the minds of the people whether the banks will be closed on this day? Since Monday has special significance in Sawan and many people fast on this day, there is confusion that there may be a holiday of banks. But the reality is that on July 14, banks will remain closed not in the country, but only in Meghalaya state. The reason for this is not Sawan, but a local festival.
Why will the banks be closed on July 14?
On July 14, a traditional festival called Bah Dankhalam will be celebrated in Meghalaya. This is the main festival of the Jayantia community, which means – the day of freedom from diseases and evils. Banking service in Meghalaya will be closed on this occasion, while all banks in other parts of the country will be usually open.
Which dates are the bank holiday in July 2025?
In July, there will be holidays in different states due to some regional festivals.
14 July (Monday): Bank closed due to fasting festival in Meghalaya
July 16 (Wednesday): Holiday on Harela festival in Uttarakhand
17 July (Thursday): Bank closed on the death anniversary of U Tirot Singh in Meghalaya
19 July (Saturday): Bank closed due to Ker Puja in Tripura
July 28 (Monday): Draukpa Chhe-G festival holiday in Sikkim
When is weekend holidays?
12 July (Second Saturday)
13, 20 and 27 July (Sunday)
26 July (Fourth Saturday)
So if you want to deal with any necessary work related to the bank in July, then keep in mind these dates.
RBI Bank Holiday List