Bank Holiday for Muharram 2025: Confusion prevailed among the public regarding banking services on Monday, July 7, 2025, as people were unsure about the Muharram holiday. The uncertainty stemmed from the traditional practice of moon sighting, which determines the precise date of this significant Islamic observance.Muharram, which begins the Islamic calendar year, holds special significance for Muslims.
Muharram 2025: Are Banks Open Or Closed on July 7, 2025?
According to the official government calendar, Muharram was on July 6, 2025. Hence banks across the country are open today, that is on July 7, 2025.The schedule for bank holidays in July 2025 includes regional observances such as Kharchi Puja, Guru Hargobind Ji’s Birthday, Beh Deinkhlam, Harela, Death Anniversary of U Tirot Singh, Ker Puja, and Drukpa Tshe-zi, with closures varying by state.
Bank Holidays July 2025: Check State-Wise List
- Banks in Meghalaya shall remain closed for Beh Deinkhlam celebrations on July 14, 2025.
- Banks in Uttarakhand will not be available due to Harela festival on July 16, 2025.
- In observance of U Tirot’s death anniversary, banks across Meghalaya will not operate on July 17, 2025.
- Banks in Tripura will be suspended for Ker Puja observance on July 19, 2025.
- All banks in Sikkim will stay closed for Drukpa Tshe-zi celebrations on July 19, 2025.
Source: RBI
