Bank Holiday Alert: Banks Closed in Several States Today, September 6, for Eid-e-Milad and Indrajatra

On Saturday, September 6, 2025, several states across India will observe bank holidays due to major religious festivals. While most branches in the country will remain open, banking services in select cities including Jammu, Raipur, Gangtok, and Srinagar will remain closed today on account of Eid-e-Milad and Indrajatra.

Why Are Banks Closed Today?

Eid-e-Milad, also known as Mawlid al-Nabi, marks the birth anniversary of Prophet Muhammad and holds deep spiritual significance for the Muslim community. Devotees commemorate the day with prayers, processions, and gatherings that highlight the Prophet’s teachings.

Indrajatra, on the other hand, is a traditional festival celebrated in Nepal and parts of North India. Dedicated to Lord Indra, the God of Rain, the festival features rituals, cultural programs, and community celebrations. As both festivals coincide this year, banks in the above-mentioned regions will remain closed.

It is worth noting that today is the first Saturday of the month. Unlike the second and fourth Saturdays, which are national bank holidays, the first Saturday typically sees regular operations. Therefore, customers in states unaffected by these local holidays can access full banking services as usual.

September 2025 Bank Holiday Calendar

September is packed with multiple regional and national holidays. Here’s a quick look at the upcoming bank closures this month:

• September 3 (Wednesday): Karma Puja in Ranchi

• September 4 (Thursday): Onam in Kochi and Thiruvananthapuram

• September 5 (Friday): Eid-e-Milad/Thiruvonam in cities including Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, and Hyderabad

• September 6 (Saturday): Eid-e-Milad and Indrajatra in Gangtok, Jammu, Raipur, and Srinagar

• September 12 (Friday): Post-Eid Friday holiday in Jammu and Srinagar

• September 22 (Monday): Navratri Installation in Jaipur

• September 23 (Tuesday): Maharaja Hari Singh’s Birth Anniversary in Jammu and Srinagar

• September 29 (Monday): Maha Saptami/Durga Puja in Agartala, Gangtok, and Kolkata

• September 30 (Tuesday): Maha Ashtami/Durga Ashtami in several cities including Agartala, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Kolkata, Patna, and Ranchi

Weekend Bank Holidays in September

Apart from these regional holidays, banks will also remain closed on the following weekend dates:

• September 7 (Sunday)

• September 13 (Second Saturday)

• September 14 (Sunday)

• September 21 (Sunday)

• September 27 (Fourth Saturday)

• September 28 (Sunday)

What Customers Should Keep in Mind

If you have urgent banking tasks, it is advisable to check your state’s official holiday list before visiting a branch. Digital banking, mobile applications, ATMs, and net banking services will continue to function smoothly during these offline closures, ensuring uninterrupted access to essential services.

With multiple festive holidays lined up this month, planning your banking activities in advance will help avoid last-minute inconvenience.