Bank Holiday Alert: RBI Announces Closures on August 28, Check State-Wise List

New Delhi, August 27, 2025 – If you are planning to visit your bank tomorrow, be sure to double-check the holiday schedule first. According to the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) official holiday calendar, banks across several states will remain closed on Thursday, August 28, 2025, in observance of Ganesh Chaturthi (second day celebrations) and Nuakhai festival.

This closure will affect both public and private sector banks, meaning branch-related work like cash deposits, withdrawals, cheque clearance, and demand drafts will not be available in certain regions. However, customers can continue using digital banking services, ATMs, mobile apps, and internet banking as usual.

Bank Holiday on August 27 and 28: Why Two Consecutive Days?

Banks in many parts of India have already remained closed on Wednesday, August 27 due to Ganesh Chaturthi, Ganesh Puja, and Samvatsari (Jain festival). Cities like Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji, Chennai, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Belapur, and Vijayawada observed a public holiday today.

On Thursday, August 28, banks in Goa and Odisha will remain shut. In Goa, the holiday continues for Ganesh Chaturthi, while in Odisha, the traditional Nuakhai harvest festival is the reason for closure.

Why is Nuakhai Important in Odisha and Chhattisgarh?

Nuakhai is a major agrarian festival celebrated primarily in Odisha and parts of Chhattisgarh. Farmers mark the occasion by offering the first harvest of the season to their deities and then celebrating with their families. It is considered an auspicious time for prosperity and community bonding.

This cultural significance is why banks and many government institutions remain closed in Odisha during Nuakhai.

RBI’s Holiday List for August 2025

According to RBI’s official notification, bank holidays in August 2025 were spread across different states and festivals. Here are the key dates:

• August 3 – Sunday (weekly holiday)

• August 9 – Second Saturday & Raksha Bandhan (regional holiday)

• August 10 – Sunday

• August 13 – Deshbhakti Diwas (Tripura)

• August 15 – Independence Day & Parsi New Year (Pateti)

• August 16 – Krishna Janmashtami (regional)

• August 17 – Sunday

• August 19 – Maharaja Bir Bikram Manikya Jayanti (Tripura)

• August 24 – Sunday

• August 25 – Srimanta Sankardev Tithi (Assam)

• August 27 – Ganesh Chaturthi / Samvatsari (multiple states)

• August 28 – Ganesh Chaturthi (Day 2) / Nuakhai (Goa & Odisha)

• August 30 – Fourth Saturday

• August 31 – Sunday

State-Wise Bank Closure on August 28, 2025

• Goa – Ganesh Chaturthi (second day)

• Odisha – Nuakhai festival

Banks in other states will function as normal, but customers in Goa and Odisha should plan their financial transactions accordingly.

What Services Remain Available During Bank Holidays?

Even though physical bank branches will remain closed, customers can still access:

• ATM withdrawals and deposits

• Internet banking & mobile apps

• UPI payments & fund transfers

• Credit card and debit card services

Thus, while in-branch transactions like updating passbooks, cash deposits, cheque clearance, or demand drafts will be unavailable, digital banking ensures uninterrupted financial access.

Bottom Line

With August 27 and 28 marked as holidays in several states, customers are advised to check RBI’s regional holiday list before visiting their nearest bank branch. While these closures are part of India’s rich cultural and festive calendar, digital banking remains a reliable alternative for seamless transactions.

So, if you’re in Goa or Odisha, remember that your local bank branches will remain shut on Thursday, August 28, 2025, due to Ganesh Chaturthi and Nuakhai celebrations. Plan your cash withdrawals, deposits, or cheque clearances in advance to avoid inconvenience.