No Diwali Holiday for Banks in Bihar? Is Diwali Holiday on 20 October Cancelled?

A letter has surfaced on social media, prompting confusion regarding Bank holiday in Bihar on occasion of Diwali. The letter says that Diwali Holiday on 20 October 2025 has not been announced under NI Act 1881 which means that the holiday is not applicable to Banks.

As per the letter, it’s clear that Diwali Holiday for Bank Employees in Bihar seems to be cancelled but the RBI website still shows holiday in Patna on 20 October 2025. We are confirming the holiday from other sources and will update you soon. For updates visit – hellobanker.in