Durga Puja holiday extended

The Chief Adviser‍‍`s Office is pleased to announce an additional public holiday on Thursday, 10 October 2024, for Durga Puja, the largest religious celebration of the Hindu community in Bangladesh. 

During a press conference held today at the Dhakeshwari Temple, Mahfuj Alam, Special Assistant to the Chief Adviser, made the announcement. "This extra holiday has been granted to ensure smooth and joyous celebrations of the Durga Puja," he said. 

The Chief Adviser‍‍`s Press Wing was present at the press conference, where the decision was warmly received by community representatives and religious leaders. 

The government encourages all citizens to maintain an atmosphere of unity, respect, and peace as the nation comes together to observe this important religious event.