Banking Break in Ahmedabad: October 31 Declared Holiday for Sardar Patel’s Birth Anniversary

On October 31, 2025, Ahmedabad observes a regional bank holiday to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, India’s Iron Man and first Deputy Prime Minister. As per the RBI’s Negotiable Instruments Act holiday list, all public and private sector banks in Ahmedabad will remain closed for the day.

This closure aligns with the annual Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) celebrations, which honor Patel’s legacy in unifying India post-independence. While banking operations in Ahmedabad are suspended, services in other cities—including Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, and Kolkata—continue as usual. Customers in Ahmedabad are advised to use digital banking platforms for urgent transactions.

Key highlights:

• Banks in Ahmedabad closed on October 31 for Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary  
• Holiday declared under RBI’s Negotiable Instruments Act  
• Banking services remain open in other Indian cities  
• Customers encouraged to use online banking for uninterrupted access  
• Closure coincides with Rashtriya Ekta Diwas celebrations nationwide  

Sources: Livemint, Indian Express, RBI Holiday Calendar, Jagran Josh