The Bangladesh government has announced a three-day public holiday from October 20th to 22nd, 2026, to observe the upcoming Sharadiya Durga Puja. The announcement was made via a notification issued by the Administration Ministry’s Rule-6 branch on Wednesday, October 7th. Despite the extended weekend, government offices will remain open on Saturday, October 17th. This directive ensures continued administrative function during the festive period. The holiday covers Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday of the festival week. Details regarding the notification have been officially released by the ministry. This aims to allow citizens to fully participate in the celebrations of Sharadiya Durga Puja in Bangladesh.