Dhaka:Government, semi-government, autonomous and semi-autonomous institutions, private offices, banks, and courts have resumed operations today following a five-day holiday for Durga Puja.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, normal operations have resumed across various institutions throughout the country, including the capital. Officials and employees began arriving at the Secretariat early in the morning, with visitors gathering at its gates to access various services.
The Supreme Court of Bangladesh, the nation's highest judicial body, also recommenced its regular judicial proceedings today after an extended vacation. Judicial activities were on hold from September 16 to October 24 due to the court vacation and government holidays. With the resumption, Chief Justice Zubayer Rahman Chowdhury has established 57 High Court benches, each assigned specific jurisdictions to conduct hearings and dispose of cases.
The government had announced holidays from October 20 to 22 for Durga Puja celebrations. October 20, a Tuesday, was declared a holiday for Maha Navami by executive order, while October 21, Wednesday, was a general holiday for Bijoya Dashami. October 22, Thursday, was additionally declared a holiday by executive order. These holidays were followed by the regular weekend on October 23 and 24, resulting in a five-day break.
Offices, banks, and courts have thus resumed their regular activities today after the extended holiday period, although offices were open on Saturday, October 17, before the Durga Puja holidays commenced.