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Are banks closed on October 20 and 21 for Diwali? Check state-wise dates
Diwali 2025 bank holidays vary across states. Some will observe closures on October 20, others on October 21. Sikkim gets four holidays, Chhattisgarh three, Maharashtra, Gujarat, and UP two days each
As the festive week of Diwali approaches, several Indian states will see a string of bank holidays. File photo
2 min read Last Updated : Oct 21 2025 | 7:57 AM IST
As the festive week of Diwali approaches, several Indian states will see a string of bank holidays. Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated over multiple days, each with its own significance. Regional variations mean that while most states will observe Diwali on Monday, October 20, some regions will celebrate a day later, on Tuesday, October 21. This has led to confusion regarding bank holidays.
To help you plan, here is the complete breakdown of bank holidays across states during the Diwali week.
Bank Holiday on October 20, 2025
The following states will observe bank holidays on October 20 for Diwali, Naraka Chaturdashi, and Kali Puja:
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