India will celebrate Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakrid, with a national holiday on Saturday, June 7, 2025. This festival honours Prophet Ibrahim's willingness to sacrifice. Many regions have already announced June 7 as the official public holiday, but it usually depends on the moon's sighting. Some states may celebrate the holiday on different dates based on local customs. For example, a few locations may choose to observe Bakrid on June 6 instead of June 7.
What's Closed on June 7
• Banks:
Most banks across India will be closed. However, branches in cities like Ahmedabad, Gangtok, Itanagar, Kochi, and Thiruvananthapuram may stay open. It maybe so, because of the first Saturday of the month, which is typically a working day in these locations
• Government Offices:
Central and state government offices will remain closed due to the national holiday for Bakrid
• Educational Institutions:
Schools and colleges will be closed. Exact dates may vary slightly depending on the local moon sighting
What's Open on June 7
• Stock Markets:
NSE and BSE stock exchanges will remain open and follow normal trading hours
• Online Banking Services:
Digital banking services will continue to function normally. This will allow users to make transactions and manage finances online
Plan Ahead
If you have important tasks involving closed institutions complete them before the national holiday. Make the most of online services to avoid any last-minute issues. As banks will be closed on June 7, it is highly advised to get your banking related work done before the national holiday and plan ahead, in order to avoid any last-minute complications.
