📰 Bank Holiday Alert: Will Banks Be Open on June 6 and 7? Check City-Wise Details
Bank customers, take note! Banks across several parts of India will remain closed on June 6 (Friday) and June 7 (Saturday) due to Bakrid (Eid-ul-Adha) celebrations. In addition, Sunday, June 8 is a regular weekend holiday, which means a 3-day bank holiday in many regions.
📅 Bank Holidays in June 2025
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Friday, June 6:
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Banks closed in: Thiruvananthapuram and Kochi for Bakrid.
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Saturday, June 7:
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Banks closed in most parts of India for Bakrid.
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Banks open in: Ahmedabad, Gangtok, Itanagar, Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram, as it's the first Saturday of the month (only 2nd and 4th Saturdays are official bank holidays).
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Sunday, June 8:
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All banks closed nationwide as it is a regular Sunday holiday.
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📌 What is Bakrid?
Bakrid, also known as Eid-ul-Zuha, is an important Islamic festival that honors the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to God. It's also known as the ‘Festival of Sacrifice’ or the ‘Goat Festival’ and is widely celebrated across India.
💻 Will Online Banking Work?
Yes! Even though physical bank branches may remain shut, online banking services will be available 24x7 across the country. Customers can carry out regular financial tasks like:
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UPI transactions
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NEFT/RTGS transfers
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Card services (ATM/debit/credit)
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Account maintenance
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Standing instructions setup
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Locker applications
Online platforms and mobile apps will continue to offer full access to services throughout the holiday period.
✅ What Should You Do?
Bank customers are advised to:
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Complete any branch-related work before June 6.
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Use digital banking for smooth transactions during the holidays.
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Refer to the RBI’s official holiday calendar for state-wise updates.
Reference from- https://www.livemint.com/industry/banking/bank-holidays-in-june-2025-will-psbs-private-lenders-remain-open-on-june-6-and-7-in-your-city-on-eid-al-adha-2025-11749042773086.html