Banking operations in Shillong will remain suspended on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, as the financial institutions observe a holiday to mark the death anniversary of freedom fighter U Kiang Nangbah. This is according to the official holiday calendar released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
Why Are Banks Closed in Shillong Today?
The holiday is specific to the state of Meghalaya, honouring the sacrifice of U Kiang Nangbah, a revered freedom fighter from the region. He led a significant rebellion against British colonial rule and was publicly executed by them in the year 1862. His death anniversary, observed every year on December 30, is a day of remembrance across the state. The holiday is designated under the provisions of the Negotiable Instruments Act.
City-Wise Operational Status for December 30
While branches in Shillong will be shut, banks across all other major Indian cities will function normally. This includes financial hubs like Mumbai, New Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, and Hyderabad. The operational status is consistent for cities such as Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Jaipur, and Thiruvananthapuram, among others listed in the RBI's 2025 schedule.
It is crucial for customers in Shillong, Meghalaya, to note the physical closure of bank branches in their city. Customers in other parts of the country can visit their local branches for usual services.
Essential Banking Services Remain Accessible
Despite the branch closure in Shillong, customers can continue to manage their finances seamlessly through digital and electronic channels. The following services will remain fully operational:
- Online and Mobile Banking: For fund transfers, balance enquiries, bill payments, and more.
- ATM Services: Cash withdrawals, deposits, and card transactions at ATMs.
- Digital Fund Transfers: NEFT and RTGS services, subject to their respective operational time windows.
- Online Requests: Customers can place orders for chequebooks, demand drafts, and other account services via net banking.
As the year 2025 draws to a close, December had a total of 18 official bank holidays, incorporating mandatory weekly offs on the second and fourth Saturdays, along with Sundays. The RBI advises customers to plan their in-branch visits accordingly and leverage internet banking for uninterrupted access to their accounts.
