Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2025: Are Banks Open Or Close Today, May 09? Check Status
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Bank Holiday Today: Rabindranath Jayanti is falling today, May 09. Are banks close today?
Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti 2025: The Jayanti of Rabindranath Tagore is falling tomorrow, May 09. The day is celebrated annually to honor the birth anniversary of the renowned poet, writer and Noble laureate. Therefore, people are in a doubt if banks are open today.
According to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) holiday calendar under the Negotiable Instruments Act, banks observe closures based on local festivals, regional observances, and designated weekends. Both scheduled and non-scheduled banks follow this framework.
Are Banks Open Today?
As per RBI's holiday under negotiable instruments act, banks will be closed in Kolkata. It means banks are open in other states across India.
Will Online Banking Work on These Holidays?
Despite physical branches being closed on these 12 days, customers will still be able to access essential services through digital banking platforms. UPI, IMPS, net banking, and mobile banking apps will remain functional for money transfers, bill payments, and other transactions. Customers are advised to plan their bank visits in advance to avoid any last-minute inconveniences.
Bank Holidays In May 2025 (State-wise)
May 1 (Thursday) – Labour Day / Maharashtra Day: Banks will be closed in Belapur, Bengaluru, Chennai, Guwahati, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Imphal, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Nagpur, Panaji, Patna, and Thiruvananthapuram.
May 9 (Friday) – Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti: Banks in Kolkata will remain closed.
May 12 (Monday) – Buddha Purnima: Banks will be closed in Agartala, Aizawl, Belapur, Bhopal, Dehradun, Itanagar, Jammu, Kanpur, Kolkata, Lucknow, Mumbai, Nagpur, New Delhi, Raipur, Ranchi, Shimla, and Srinagar.
May 16 (Friday) – State Day: Bank holiday in Gangtok.
May 26 (Monday) – Birthday of Kazi Nazrul Islam: Banks in Agartala will be closed.
May 29 (Thursday) – Maharana Pratap Jayanti: Bank holiday in Shimla.
In addition, regular weekly closures include all Sundays (May 4, 11, 18, and 25) and the second and fourth Saturdays (May 10 and 24).
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