Banks in multiple states will remain shut today, Wednesday, October 22, as part of the extended Diwali holiday calendar — with the Reserve Bank of India officially marking it under regional festive closures.
Today’s bank holiday coincides with Govardhan Puja, Bali Pratipada, and in states like Gujarat, also the celebration of Vikram Samvat New Year. The day follows Diwali and is rooted in Hindu traditions honoring Lord Krishna and King Bali — symbolizing devotion, renewal, and self-sacrifice. Advertisement
States observing the closure today include Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar, according to the RBI's regional holiday schedule. These holidays impact physical banking services such as cheque clearance, cash handling, and in-branc