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Bank Holiday Today: Are banks open or closed on Monday, July 07, over the confusion for Muharram day.
Bank Holiday Today, 7th July 2025: There has been confusion among people regarding whether banks are open today, July 07, due to Yaum-e-Ashura (also known as Muharram). The confusion arose due to uncertainty over the day (July 06 or July 07) on which the Yaum-e-Ashura would be observed.
Muslims observed Yaum-e-Ashura on Sunday, July 06, and the public holiday was declared for the same day. Yaum-e-Ashura (also written as Youm-e-Ashura) is the 10th day of Muharram, the first month of the Islamic calendar. It is one of the most sacred days for Muslims around the world, with particular significance for Shia Muslims. Muharram marks the beginning of the Islamic New Year and holds deep spiritual significance for Muslims worldwide. In India, such religious observances often result in , allowing communities to commemorate the occasion.
So, Are Banks Open Today, Monday, July 07?
Yes, banks are open today, July 07, and operating as usual during standard business hours.
List Of Bank Holidays In July 2025
The first holiday falls on July 3 (Thursday) for Kharchi Puja, observed in Agartala. This is followed by a holiday on July 5 (Saturday) for Guru Hargobind Ji's Birthday, obsereved in Jammu and Srinagar.
On July 14 (Monday), banks in Shillong will be shut for Beh Deinkhlam, a prominent local festival. A few days later, on July 16 (Wednesday), banks in Dehradun will observe a holiday on account of Harela, a festival marking the onset of the monsoon. Again, Shillong will see bank closures on July 17 (Thursday) to observe the Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh, a local hero and freedom fighter.
Besides these, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks in India will observe routine closures on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month, i.e., July 12 and July 26, along with all Sundays—July 6, 13, 20, and 27.
While bank branches will be closed on these dates, customers can continue using digital banking services, ATMs, and mobile apps as usual. However, services like cheque clearance, RTGS, and NEFT may be delayed due to branch closures. Those needing in-person services are advised to plan ahead and complete transactions before the respective state holidays.
State-Wise Bank Holiday List – July 2025
Tripura
July 3 (Thursday) – Kharchi Puja
July 19 (Saturday) – Ker Puja
Jammu & Kashmir
July 5 (Saturday) – Guru Hargobind Ji's Birthday
Meghalaya
July 14 (Monday) – Beh Deinkhlam
July 17 (Thursday) – Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh
Uttarakhand
July 16 (Wednesday) – Harela
Sikkim
July 28 (Monday) – Drukpa Tshe-zi
Nationwide Bank Closures
July 12 (Second Saturday)
July 26 (Fourth Saturday)
All Sundays – July 6, 13, 20, 27
