DHAKA, Oct 17, 2024 (BSS) – The Advisory Council of the interim government today approved the proposed list of 26 holidays for the 2025 calendar year. However, nine holidays coincided with weekends (Fridays and Saturdays). Of the total holidays, there will be 12 general holidays while 14 other holidays by the executive order of the government. Subjects included in the list of approved holidays are:(a) 12 general holidays have been approved on the occasion of national days and important religious occasions of various communities, of which five weekends -- three Fridays and two Saturdays. (b) 14 official holidays have been given by executive order on the occasion of Bengali New Year and various important religious festivals.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha October 18, 2024 08:26 UTC