Bank Holiday Today April 5: Banks Open Nationwide Except Telangana for Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti
Are Banks Open Today – Key Highlights:
New Delhi, April 5, 2025 – If you’re wondering “Are banks open today, April 5, 2025?”, the answer is yes—banks are open across most of India. However, in Telangana, banks are closed today to observe Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti, a state-specific public holiday recognized in the RBI holiday calendar.
What’s Open, What’s Closed Today?
- Open: All public and private sector banks in states and union territories except Telangana
- Closed: Banks in Telangana only, including Hyderabad, due to Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti
This Saturday is a working day as per the RBI’s fixed schedule—banks in India close only on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month. April 5 falls on the first Saturday, making it a regular working day nationwide unless impacted by a state-level holiday.
Why Is April 5 a Holiday in Telangana?
Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti is celebrated annually on April 5 to honor the birth anniversary of Babu Jagjivan Ram, a renowned freedom fighter and advocate for social justice.
- He served as India’s Defence Minister during the 1971 Indo-Pak War that led to the creation of Bangladesh.
- His efforts toward Dalit empowerment, agricultural reform, and equality continue to inspire national policies.
- The state of Telangana observes this day with public ceremonies, educational events, and official closures.
Digital Banking Still Active 24×7
Even if physical branches are closed in Telangana, customers can continue banking online:
- Net Banking, UPI & Mobile Banking: Active
- ATMs and CDMs: Functional nationwide
- Fund Transfers, Bill Payments, and Digital Transactions: Unaffected
So, while over-the-counter services in Telangana are unavailable today, all digital and ATM-based services remain fully operational.
April 2025 Bank Holidays – Key Dates to Note
If you’re planning important financial tasks this month, here’s a snapshot of major upcoming bank holidays in April 2025:
| Date | Holiday | States Affected |
|---|---|---|
| April 1 | Annual Closing of Accounts | All States |
| April 5 | Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti | Telangana |
| April 10 | Mahavir Jayanti | Multiple States |
| April 14 | Ambedkar Jayanti & Tamil New Year | Pan India & Regional |
| April 15 | Bengali New Year, Bohag Bihu | West Bengal, Assam, Himachal |
| April 16 | Bohag Bihu (Day 2) | Guwahati |
| April 18 | Good Friday | Pan India |
| April 21 | Garia Puja | Tripura |
| April 29 | Parshuram Jayanti | Shimla |
| April 30 | Basava Jayanti & Akshaya Tritiya | Karnataka & Others |
Remember, second and fourth Saturdays (April 12 & April 26) will be non-working days.
FAQs
Q: Are banks open on April 5, 2025?
A: Yes, banks are open across India, except in Telangana where a holiday is observed.
Q: Why are banks closed in Telangana today?
A: April 5 marks Babu Jagjivan Ram Jayanti, a state-recognized holiday in Telangana.
Q: Can I use ATMs and mobile banking today?
A: Yes, ATM and digital banking services remain available 24/7.
Q: Is April 5 a second Saturday?
A: No, April 5 is the first Saturday, so banks are generally open.
Q: How can I check state-specific bank holidays?
A: You can refer to the RBI’s official bank holiday list or your bank’s regional calendar.
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