Key National Holidays:
Shaheed Dibash (Martyrs' Day): Celebrated on February 21st, this day commemorates the language martyrs who sacrificed their lives in 1952 to recognize Bengali as the state language.
Independence Day: Observed on March 26th, this day marks the declaration of independence from Pakistan in 1971.
National Mourning Day: Commemorated on August 15th, this day honors the assassination of the nation's founding father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, and his family in 1975.
Victory Day: Celebrated on December 16th, this day marks the surrender of Pakistani forces in 1971, leading to Bangladesh's ultimate victory in the Liberation War.
Religious and Cultural Holidays:
Pohela Boishakh: The Bengali New Year, usually falling on April 14th or 15th, is celebrated with traditional attire, feasts, and cultural programs.
Eid-ul-Fitr: Marking the end of Ramadan, this Islamic festival is celebrated with prayers, gift-giving, and family gatherings.
Eid-ul-Adha: Commemorating the willingness of Ibrahim to sacrifice his son, as commanded by God, this festival involves the ritual sacrifice of an animal.
Work Week and Public Holidays:
Bangladesh follows a five-day workweek, with government offices and banks typically closed on Fridays and Saturdays.
Note on Dates:
Lunar-Based Holidays: The exact dates for Pohela Boishakh, Eid-ul-Fitr, and Eid-ul-Adha vary each year as they are based on the Islamic lunar calendar.
Special Holidays
Independence Day: March 26, celebrates Bangladesh's independence from Pakistan.
Birth Anniversary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman:
March 17, commemorates the birthday of the father of the nation.
Victory Day: December 16, commemorates the victory of the Bangladesh Liberation War.
Holidays condition
Operational Changes: Due to local protests, curfews, or other unforeseen circumstances, the operations of transportation companies, including airlines, shipping lines, and railways, may be disrupted during holidays.
Local Customs: Respecting local customs and traditions is essential when visiting Bangladesh during festive periods.