Banks to remain closed on 11-12 February due to election
However, according to relevant sources, limited banking services may remain operational on an emergency or special-need basis
All scheduled banks operating across the country will remain closed on 11 and 12 February on the occasion of the upcoming 13th National Parliamentary Election and referendum.
Bangladesh Bank issued a circular today (1 February) in this regard.
The circular stated that in line with a notification issued by the Ministry of Public Administration on 25 January, government holidays have been declared on 11 and 12 February in observance of the election and referendum.
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Accordingly, all scheduled banks operating in Bangladesh will remain closed on those two days, it added.
Bangladesh Bank issued this directive under the Bank Company Act.
However, according to relevant sources, limited banking services may remain operational on an emergency or special-need basis, subject to further instructions from the central bank.
