Durga Puja holiday: Banks to remain closed on Oct 10

Bangladesh Bank has announced that all banks across the country will remain closed on Thursday, October 10, in observance of Durga Puja, following a government-declared holiday.

The Ministry of Public Administration issued an official notification on October 8, confirming the nationwide general holiday as part of Durga Puja celebrations. The holiday was announced via an executive order from the interim government, reports UNB. 

In response, Bangladesh Bank issued a separate notice through its Department of Offsite Supervision. The notice was circulated late Tuesday night, informing banks of the closure.

However, bank branches, sub-branches, and booths located in key areas such as seaports, land ports, and airports will remain operational under special arrangements to ensure uninterrupted services in these crucial sectors.

This holiday closure is part of the national observance of Durga Puja, a major religious festival for Hindus.