August 9, 2025

Bank holidays in India are like a colorful patchwork quilt—different states have their own special days off, except on national holidays when the whole country pauses together. According to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) 2025 holiday calendar, hold on to your calendars because August 8 is a bank holiday only in Sikkim! Why? Because the Lepcha people there celebrate a fascinating festival called Tendong Lho Rum Faat, also known as the Prayer of the Tendong Mountain. This festival is deeply rooted in history and legend. The Lepcha say their ancestors climbed the mighty Tendong Mountain to escape a fearsome rain that lasted 40 days and 40 nights. What a story of survival and faith! So, on August 8, banks in Sikkim will take a break to honor this tradition while the rest of India’s banks stay open. But wait, August is packed with festivals that lead to bank holidays in various states, such as Raksha Bandhan, Independence Day, Janmashtami, Ganesh Chaturthi, and many more. The RBI’s calendar lists them all, but remember the holidays depend on the state you’re in. For example, Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated mainly in Maharashtra and nearby areas, so banks there will be closed on the respective days. Worried about missing bank work on your holiday? Relax! Thanks to digital banking, customers can manage fund transfers and many transactions anytime from their phones or computers. No need to stand in long lines or visit the bank branch. Remember, all scheduled and non-scheduled banks do observe public holidays on the second and fourth Saturdays. So keep an eye on these dates too! In short, August 8, 2025 is no ordinary day—it’s a festive bank holiday in Sikkim for Tendong Lho Rum Faat, while banks across India keep buzzing with activity. Isn’t India’s diverse culture wonderful? Stay updated, plan ahead, and enjoy your banking without surprises!

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