Buddha Purnima Bank Holiday: Check if Banks are Open Today
Is It a Bank Holiday Today?
Wondering if banks are open today, May 12, 2025? It’s Buddha Purnima, a significant festival in many parts of India, and that means some banks will be closed.
Bank Holidays across India
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has declared a bank holiday for Monday, May 12, 2025, in several cities, including Agartala, Aizawl, Belapur, Bhopal, Dehradun, Itanagar, Jammu, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Raipur, Ranchi, Shimla, and Srinagar.
Keep in mind that banks were already closed on Saturday, May 10, and Sunday, May 11, 2025, as per the RBI calendar.
Celebrating Buddha Purnima
Buddha Purnima commemorates the birth anniversary of Prince Siddhartha Gautama, the founder of Buddhism. This important festival is observed on a full moon day in April or May across South, Southeast, and East Asia.
More Bank Holidays This Month
Here are some other upcoming bank holidays for May 2025:
- May 16 (Friday) – State Day: Banks in Sikkim will be closed.
- May 26 (Monday) – Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam: Banks in Tripura will be closed.
- May 29 (Thursday) – Maharana Pratap Jayanti: Banks in Himachal Pradesh will be closed.
Checking Bank Holiday Schedules
For the most accurate information about bank closures, always refer to the RBI’s official channels, such as their website or bank notifications.
Online Banking Services
Even on bank holidays, you can still access most banking services online. Online banking platforms allow you to manage your finances conveniently, even when branch offices are closed.
