Dhaka, May 08 (V7N) — The government has announced a seven-day public holiday on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, scheduled from May 25 to May 31.

The decision was taken at a cabinet meeting held at the Secretariat on Thursday night under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman.

According to the decision, government offices will remain open on May 23 and 24 to compensate for the extended holiday period.

As a result, employees will enjoy a continuous seven-day Eid vacation from May 25 through May 31.

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