Are Banks Closed on August 27–28, 2025? Here’s What You Should Know

Ganesh Chaturthi—the joyous 10-day festival honoring Lord Ganesha—falls on August 27, 2025, and marks an important period for festive rituals and family gatherings. On this day, banks in multiple states will be shut, including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Goa. Many branches will remain closed to allow employees to observe the local festivities. The next day, August 28, sees closures continue in Goa due to the second day of Ganesh Chaturthi observance. Odisha also marks a holiday, but for Nuakhai, a harvest festival, rather than part of Ganesh festivities. It’s important to note that these closures strictly affect physical banking operations. All digital banking services—UPI, internet banking, mobile apps, ATMs—remain functional, allowing you to continue bill payments, transfers, and other transactions even on public holidays. If you need to conduct in-person banking tasks—like passbook updates, cheque deposits, or branch visits—plan accordingly to avoid inconvenience. Checking your state’s holiday calendar or confirming with your bank can help maintain smooth financial operations during this festive period.