Learn when banks are closed for Diwali 2025 in different regions across India. Check the exact dates and plan your banking ahead!
Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most significant Hindu festivals in India, symbolizing the victory of light over darkness. As a result, banks across India close on different days to celebrate Diwali, **Naraka Chaturdashi**, and **Kali Puja**. Depending on the region, these closures might vary, so it’s important to be aware of the dates.
To learn more about Diwali, visit the official Indian Government website.
Here’s a detailed list of which regions will have bank closures on October 20, 2025, for Diwali, Naraka Chaturdashi, and Kali Puja:
1. Northern India
- New Delhi
- Dehradun
- Lucknow
- Kanpur
- Shimla
- Chandigarh
2. Southern India
- Bengaluru
- Chennai
- Thiruvananthapuram
- Hyderabad
3. Eastern India
- Kolkata (Celebrating Kali Puja)
- Gangtok
- Shillong
4. Western India
- Ahmedabad
- Mumbai
- Raipur
- Panaji
- Kochi
- Kohima
5. Other Regions
- Agartala
- Aizawl
- Guwahati
- Itanagar
- Jaipur
- Bhopal
- Ranchi
- Vijayawada
In addition to **October 20**, here are other significant dates when banks will remain closed:
October 21 – Diwali Amavasya, Deepawali, and Govardhan Puja
- Belapur
- Bhopal
- Bhubaneswar
- Gangtok
- Imphal
- Jammu
- Mumbai
- Nagpur
- Raipur
- Srinagar
October 22 – Vikram Samvant New Year, Balipadyami, and Govardhan Puja
- Ahmedabad
- Belapur
- Bengaluru
- Dehradun
- Gangtok
- Jaipur
- Kanpur
- Lucknow
- Mumbai
- Nagpur
October 23 – Bhai Bij and Laxmi Puja
- Ahmedabad
- Gangtok
- Imphal
- Kanpur
- Kolkata
- Lucknow
- Shimla
FAQs About Diwali 2025 Bank Holidays
- 1. Why do banks close on Diwali?
- Banks close on Diwali because it is a national and regional holiday observed to celebrate the festival of lights, along with local religious observances such as Naraka Chaturdashi and Kali Puja.
- 2. When are banks open during Diwali 2025?
- Banks are typically open on **October 19**, the day before Diwali. After **October 23**, most banks will resume normal operations unless otherwise specified by local authorities.
- 3. How does Diwali impact online banking services?
- While physical branches may remain closed, online banking services and ATMs will generally remain operational, allowing customers to conduct transactions such as bill payments, money transfers, and balance inquiries.
