Mumbai: As April 2025 approaches, it’s crucial to stay informed about the upcoming bank holidays to manage your banking tasks. In April, several significant festivals and national events will lead to bank closures across the country. The Reserve Bank of India's official calendar highlights at least 10 weekdays when banks will remain closed. These holidays, which vary by state, will help people celebrate diverse cultural and religious events.
Major Bank Holidays Across India in April 2025
April 1, 2025 – Sarhul (Jharkhand): The first bank holiday of the month is Sarhul, celebrated in Jharkhand, marking the start of the spring festival season.
April 5, 2025 – Babu Jagjivan Ram’s Birth Anniversary (Telangana): Telangana will observe a holiday in honor of Babu Jagjivan Ram's birth anniversary.
April 10, 2025 – Mahavir Jayanti (Multiple States): A significant holiday for Jain communities, Mahavir Jayanti will be observed in several states including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.
April 14, 2025 – Ambedkar Jayanti & Spring Festivals (Pan India): On April 14, the nation will observe Ambedkar Jayanti, along with various spring festivals such as Vishu, Bohag Bihu, and Tamil New Year in numerous states.
April 15, 2025 – Bengali New Year & Bohag Bihu (Multiple States): West Bengal, Assam, and other northeastern states will observe holidays for Bengali New Year and Bohag Bihu.
April 16, 2025 – Bohag Bihu (Assam): Assam will continue its Bihu celebrations with a holiday on April 16.
April 18, 2025 – Good Friday (Multiple States): Good Friday will be observed across many states, including Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Kerala.
April 21, 2025 – Garia Puja (Tripura): Garia Puja will be observed in Tripura.
April 29, 2025 – Bhagvan Shri Parshuram Jayanti (Himachal Pradesh): Himachal Pradesh will celebrate Bhagvan Shri Parshuram Jayanti with a bank holiday.
April 30, 2025 – Basava Jayanti & Akshaya Tritiya (Karnataka): In Karnataka, the festivals of Basava Jayanti and Akshaya Tritiya will lead to a bank closure.
