North India Statesman
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If you are planning to settle your important work on Saturday, then this information is very important for you. March 22, 2025 is the fourth Saturday as well as Bihar Day. In such a situation, banks will remain closed in many parts of the country. Especially in Bihar, banks will be completely closed on this day.
Bihar Day – Why is it celebrated on 22 March?
Bihar Day is celebrated every year on 22 March. On the same day in 1912, Bihar was separated from the Bengal Presidency and established as an independent state. This day is celebrated with great pomp in the state. Schools, government offices, and banks are holiday. Cultural programs, honor ceremonies and exhibitions make this day even more special.
Why is there a bank holiday across the country on 22 March?
- Fourth Saturday: According to RBI rules, banks remain closed on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month.
- Bihar Day: It is a state holiday in Bihar, so all the banks here will remain closed.
In the next few days and when will the banks be closed? (March 2025)
| Date | Reason | State |
|---|---|---|
| March 22 (Saturday) | Fourth Saturday + Bihar Day | Additional holiday in all over India (Saturday), Bihar |
| March 23 (Sunday) | Weekly holiday | All over India |
| 27 March (Thursday) | Shab-e-raad | Jammu and Kashmir |
| 28 March (Friday) | Jumma-tool | Jammu and Kashmir |
| March 30 (Sunday) | Weekly holiday | All over India |
| 31 March (Monday) | Eid-ul-Fitr | Most states (except Mizoram and Himachal Pradesh) |
These services will continue even when the bank is closed
Although bank branches will remain closed, banking services will not be completely closed. You can take advantage of these options:
- Net banking
- mobile banking
- UPI and IMPS transfer
- Cash withdrawal from ATM
- Credit/Debit Card Payment
So if you have an urgent banking work, you can use digital options.
How to know whether banks are open in your state or not?
RBI releases the state -wise bank holiday calendar every year. If you are thinking of going to the bank on a particular day, then it would be better to go to the RBI website or your bank website and check the Bank Holiday List 2025. Because every state holiday dates vary.
