If you need to visit the bank for any reason, just a heads up that it won’t be worth your time today, February 19, since banks are closed. This closure is specific to Maharashtra, while the rest of the country will have regular banking hours. So, why did the RBI declare a holiday for banks in Maharashtra on this date?
Are banks closed on February 19?
Yes, they are! Today marks a government holiday in Maharashtra to celebrate Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s birth anniversary. As a result, all banks across the state will be shut down. The day is filled with various events, including parades and religious ceremonies.
Here’s a quick rundown of bank holidays in February:
– February 20, 2025: Statehood Day (Aizawl, Itanagar)
– February 22, 2025: Fourth Saturday
– February 23, 2025: Sunday
– February 26, 2025: Mahashivratri (most of India)
– February 28, 2025: Losar (Gangtok)
Keep in mind that bank holidays vary by state. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has a different list of holidays for each state, which you can find on their official website, detailing various festivals and holidays.
Even though banks are closed, customers won’t have any issues. Thanks to online banking, you can still handle most of your banking needs from home, making it easy to get things done even on holidays.