Bangladesh Bank on Sunday directed banks to keep selected branches and sub-branches open near 26 authorised cattle markets during the upcoming Eid-ul-Adha period to facilitate cash transactions and ensure financial security for buyers and traders.usew
The instruction applies to designated cattle markets under Dhaka North, Dhaka South, Chattogram, Khulna, Rajshahi and Rangpur city corporations. The circular includes a list of 26 designated cattle markets, though several other markets across these city corporations were not selected for the service.
According to the directive, banks will operate nearby branches and sub-branches from 24 May until the day before Eid. These outlets will remain open from 10:00am to 10:00pm under special arrangements while continuing normal banking services.
The move comes as large numbers of buyers and traders are expected at cattle markets, where significant cash transactions take place. The central bank said the arrangement is designed to ensure safe, convenient and seamless financial services during the festive period.
Banks have also been instructed to set up temporary booths at cattle markets at their discretion, subject to adequate security arrangements. These booths will provide services including cash deposits, withdrawals and account opening. The central bank further advised banks to provide special allowances to employees assigned additional duties during this period.
In Dhaka North City Corporation, designated locations include Bonorupa Residential Project open space, Eastern Housing in Mirpur Section-6, Mirpur Kalshi Balur Math, the area adjacent to Dhaka Polytechnic Institute, Swadesh Property in Badda, Isra Madrasa area in East Hazipara, Bou Bazar area in Uttara Diabari, Gabtoli cattle market, the West Para area in Khilkhet, and Bashundhara Group’s open space at Boroboroid.
In Dhaka South City Corporation, selected locations include Kazla Bridge to Matuail Mridhabari water pump area, Green Bonasree Housing near Mostomami Intersection, area adjacent to Brothers Union Club, Rahmatganj Club surroundings, west side of Postogola Smashanghat riverbank, Moitree Sangha Club area in North Shahjahanpur Khilgaon Railgate Bazar, Amin Mohammad Group area near Sikder Medical, Outfall Staff Quarter in Golapbagh, Amulia Model Town, Sarulia, and the open space south of Sadek Hossain Khoka Field.
Other designated markets include Bibir Hat and Sagarika under Chattogram City Corporation, Lalbagh Sadar Hat under Rangpur City Corporation, Jora Hat under Khulna City Corporation, and City Hat under Rajshahi City Corporation.
The circular was issued to the managing directors and CEOs of all scheduled banks.
