Dhaka, March 27 -- Bangladesh Bank has decided to keep four state-owned banks open on Friday (March 28) despite the start of a nine-day Eid-ul-Fitr holiday.

In a circular signed by Additional Director Md Abdul Mannan, the central bank informed the managing directors and chief executives of Sonali Bank, Janata Bank, Agrani Bank and Rupali Bank about this decision.

Issued on Thursday (March 27), the circular stated that these banks would remain open to facilitate the withdrawal of salaries and allowances for MPO-listed teachers and employees under the Secondary and Higher Education Division ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr.

Eid congregation to be held at Jatiya Sangsad's South Plaza

The banks will operate from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, with transactions...