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Every year during the full moon (Purnima) of Shravan month, people across India celebrate Rakhi Purnima — a festival of love, bonds, and blessings.
But if you’re wondering whether Rakhi Purnima is a bank holiday or public holiday in Odisha or West Bengal, you’re not alone. Here’s everything you need to know — with official references and 2025-specific updates.
Is Rakhi Purnima a Public Holiday in Odisha?
✅ Yes, Rakhi Purnima is a public holiday in Odisha.
But here’s the nuance:
In Odisha, this festival is officially marked as “Gamha Purnima” in government calendars. It is considered a state-wide public and bank holiday, and it typically appears in the Odisha Revenue Department’s official holiday list.
Download Odisha’s Official Holiday Calendar PDF:
📄 Click here to download (Govt. of Odisha, 2025)
Gamha Purnima, observed on the same date as Rakhi Purnima, celebrates Lord Balabhadra’s birthday and cattle worship, making it deeply significant in rural and temple traditions across Odisha.
🧭 For cultural context:
➡️ Rakhi Purnima 2025: Rituals & Gamha Purnima Significance
Is Rakhi Purnima a Holiday in West Bengal?
⚠️ Not always.
In West Bengal, Rakhi Purnima is not consistently declared a government or bank holiday. However, many schools, private offices, and banks may observe shortened hours or informal leave due to the cultural popularity of Raksha Bandhan in the region.
- In Kolkata and other urban areas, Rakhi celebrations are widespread — but it’s usually not listed in the official state holiday calendar unless it coincides with other observances.
Pro tip: Check with your specific bank branch or office HR for Rakhi 2025 in West Bengal.
Is Rakhi Purnima a Bank Holiday?
Let’s break it down:
| State | Bank Holiday Status |
|---|---|
| Odisha | ✅ Yes (Listed as Gamha Purnima) |
| West Bengal | ⚠️ Varies by institution |
📌 In Odisha, all major banks, schools, and government offices remain closed.
For clarity on date & rituals:
➡️ Rakhi Purnima 2025: Date, Muhurat & Calendar for Odisha
When is Rakhi Purnima in 2025?
🗓️ Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
🌕 Tithi: Shravan Purnima
🕐 Muhurat: 10:42 AM to 8:05 PM IST
🎉 In Odisha, this day will be observed as:
- Rakhi Purnima (Raksha Bandhan)
- Gamha Purnima
- Balabhadra Jayanti
For traditional timings and Odia Panchang reference:
➡️ Jagannath Odia Calendar 2025 Guide
Quick FAQs
📌 Is Rakhi Purnima a government holiday in Odisha?
Yes. Listed as Gamha Purnima in the Odisha government holiday list.
📌 Is Rakhi Purnima a bank holiday in West Bengal?
Usually not. Check with local banks — it’s not an official blanket holiday.
📌 Is Rakhi Purnima a public holiday across India?
No. It varies by state — widely celebrated, but not uniformly declared as a public holiday everywhere.
📌 What is Gamha Purnima?
Gamha Purnima is Rakhi Purnima’s local name in Odisha, celebrated with cattle worship and the birth of Lord Balabhadra.
Downloadable Resource
🎁 Official Odisha Govt Holiday List (PDF)
👉 Click to Download (39077.pdf)
