Bangladesh Bank has announced new office and transaction timings for all scheduled banks across the country, effective from Sunday, as part of the government’s broader measures to conserve fuel and electricity.
According to a circular issued on Saturday, banks will operate from 10am to 5pm, while customer transactions will be allowed from 10am to 3pm, Sunday through Thursday, until further notice. The revised schedule aims to align banking operations with nationwide energy-saving initiatives.
Branches, sub-branches, and booths situated in seaport, land port, and airport areas - including port and customs zones - will continue round-the-clock operations to ensure uninterrupted service in critical zones.
The central bank stated that the adjustment follows the government’s recent austerity measures introduced in response to disruptions in global energy supply caused by the ongoing Middle East conflict. On 2 April, authorities announced steps such as shortened office hours, early closure of shopping malls, and reduced operational hours for markets to mitigate pressure on the energy sector.
The directive has been issued under Section 45 of the Bank Companies Act, 1991, and will remain in effect until further notice, reinforcing the central bank’s commitment to supporting national energy management efforts.
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