Banks in West Bengal to Remain Closed on May 9 for Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti
If you’re in West Bengal and planning a bank visit on Friday, May 9, 2025, you might want to reschedule. As per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) holiday list, all banks in the state — including those in Kolkata — will remain closed to commemorate the birth anniversary of Rabindranath Tagore.
Tagore Jayanti is celebrated in West Bengal as a day of cultural pride to honor the Nobel laureate, poet, and philosopher. The state government has declared the day a public holiday, leading to the closure of both government and private sector banks.
🔍 Upcoming Bank Holidays in May 2025 (State-wise):
- May 9 (Friday): Rabindranath Tagore Jayanti – Banks closed in Kolkata (West Bengal)
- May 12 (Monday): Buddha Purnima – Banks closed in multiple cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Ranchi, and more
- May 16 (Friday): State Day – Banks closed in Gangtok (Sikkim)
- May 26 (Monday): Kazi Nazrul Islam Jayanti – Banks closed in Agartala
- May 29 (Thursday): Maharana Pratap Jayanti – Banks closed in Shimla
🗓️ Regular May Closures:
- Sundays: May 4, 11, 18, and 25
- Second and Fourth Saturdays: May 10 and 24
📲 Will Online Banking Be Available?
Yes. All digital banking services like UPI, net banking, mobile banking apps, and IMPS will remain operational during the holidays. However, since physical branches will be shut, it’s advisable to complete any in-person banking before the holiday to avoid delays.
