Bank Holiday August 28 for Raksha Bandhan: Check State-Wise List

Raksha Bandhan 2026 is being celebrated across India today, Friday, August 28. The festival marks the special bond between brothers and sisters, with families coming together to exchange Rakhis, sweets and gifts. However, for people planning to visit a bank branch today, the holiday schedule may be important to check before heading out. Banks are observing a holiday in several parts of the country on August 28 because of Raksha Bandhan and other regional occasions. At the same time, bank branches in several states will continue to function normally.