If you have banking tasks to complete this week, take note: banks will remain closed on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in certain regions of India. This closure is in observance of Sant Guru Ravidas Jayanti, a significant day celebrated in North India.

Where Will Banks Be Closed?

Banks will remain closed only in Himachal Pradesh on February 12. In other states, banking operations will continue as usual.

Reason for the Holiday

Sant Guru Ravidas Jayanti honors the teachings and societal contributions of Sant Guru Ravidas, a revered spiritual leader. The holiday is observed primarily in Himachal Pradesh and other parts of North India.

Key Bank Holidays in February 2025 (State-wise)

Here’s a list of upcoming bank holidays for February 2025 as announced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI):

1. Tuesday, February 11:

   • Reason: Thaipusam
   • Location: Chennai

2. Wednesday, February 12:

   • Reason: Sant Guru Ravidas Jayanti
   • Location: Shimla (Himachal Pradesh)

3. Saturday, February 15:

   • Reason: Loi-Ngai-Ni
   • Location: Imphal

4. Wednesday, February 19:

   • Reason: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
   • Locations: Belapur, Mumbai, Nagpur

5. Thursday, February 20:

   • Reason: State Day
   • Locations: Aizawl, Itanagar

6. Wednesday, February 26:

   • Reason: Mahashivratri
   • Locations: Multiple cities, including Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Lucknow, Mumbai, and more.

Regular Weekend Holidays in February 2025

• Sunday, February 16: Weekly holiday
• Saturday, February 22: Fourth Saturday
• Sunday, February 23: Weekly holiday

Plan Your Banking in Advance

If you are in Himachal Pradesh, make sure to complete your banking tasks before or after February 12. While banks will remain closed in certain regions on specific holidays, online banking services will still be available across the country.

For more information on bank holidays and closures, check the official RBI website or visit your nearest bank branch.