DHAKA, May 29, 2025 (BSS) - Bangladesh Bank (BB) has asked banks to remain open bank branches or sub-branches in adjacent cattle markets in Dhaka and Chattogram cities for the convenience of cattle market money transactions.

At the same time, the banking activities of these branches have been asked to be conducted till 10 pm, according to a BB circular issued today. 

The regulator has given this instruction to facilitate the banking transactions of the sacrificial animal traders.

The BB was also instructed to set up a provisional ATM booth in the market for sacrificial animals along with ensuring necessary security.

In addition, instructions have been given to provide allowances to the officers and employees performing duties in extra time in the concerned branches, sub-branches, and booths as per the rules.