The Ministry of Primary and Mass Education of Bangladesh has announced a holiday for all government primary schools starting Thursday, February 19, and continuing until March 26. The decision was detailed in a circular issued on Wednesday, February 18. The ministry stated that the holiday period covers several important religious and national occasions, including the holy month of Ramadan, the appearance day of Sri Sri Harichand Thakur, Shab-e-Qadr on March 17, Jummatul Wida on March 20, Eid-ul-Fitr on March 21, and Independence and National Day on March 26.

According to the official notice, the extended closure aims to accommodate observances of multiple religious and national events occurring in close succession. The announcement applies specifically to government-run primary schools across the country.

The ministry’s circular provides clarity for students, teachers, and guardians regarding the academic schedule during this period, ensuring alignment with national and religious observances.