The Economic Times

Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed on May 1, 2026, for Maharashtra Day, Buddha Purnima, May Day? Check state-wise holiday list

Banks across numerous Indian states will be closed on Friday, May 1, 2026, due to a confluence of holidays. These include Maharashtra Day, Buddha Purnima, May Day (Labour Day), and the birth anniversary of Pandit Raghunath Murmu. While some holidays are state-specific, others are observed more widely, impacting banking operations in many regions.