Banks across India remain open today, February 21, as it falls on the third Saturday of the month.

Banks across India remain open today, February 21, as it falls on the third Saturday of the month. Major lenders including SBI, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, and PNB will operate normally. According to RBI regulations, banks close only on the second and fourth Saturdays, along with all Sundays and designated national holidays. The remaining bank holidays in February include February 22 for Sunday and February 28 for the fourth Saturday. The Reserve Bank of India establishes the annual bank holiday calendar, categorizing closures under Negotiable Instruments Act, Real-Time Gross Settlement holidays, and account closing periods. While branch operations may vary by region based on local festivals and observances, digital banking services remain fully operational year-round, allowing customers uninterrupted access to ATM withdrawals, UPI payments, and mobile banking facilities regardless