DHAKA, May 6, 2025 (BSS) - The Council of Advisers today approved a 10-day vacation in the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha, beginning on June 5.

"There will be a 10-day Eid-ul-Azha holiday, according to a Cabinet decision. Offices will be open on Saturdays on May 17 and May 24," Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam wrote in a status posted on his verified Facebook account.

Speaking at a press briefing at the Foreign Service Academy here today, Alam further said the Eid holidays will begin on June 5 and will continue till June 14.

He said the banks will announce the Eid holidays as per the Bank Company Act 1991 while private companies will announce holidays as per their respective wills.

Law Adviser Dr Asif Nazrul and Chief Adviser's Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam were present at the press briefing.