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Public Holiday
Nationwide
International Mother Language Day
Monday, February 21, 2028
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🏪 What's open
- Banks Closed
- Government offices Closed
- Schools Closed
- Shops Reduced
- Restaurants Reduced
- Public transit Reduced
- Stock market Closed
- Post office Closed
🛋️ Long weekend potential
3-Day Block
SAT
19
Weekend
SUN
20
Weekend
MON
21
Holiday
3-day weekend (February 19 – February 21)
📣 Traveler notes
Bangladesh is a South Asian country featuring pristine beaches, archaeological sites, bustling markets, diverse religious locations, and hospitable people.
- Pohela Boishakh: A major secular festival with cultural shows and traditional attire.
- International Mother Language Day (February 21): A national holiday recognizing linguistic rights; government offices will be closed.
- Independence Day (March 26): Marks Bangladesh's 1971 declaration of independence.
- Victory Day (December 16): Commemorates the surrender of Pakistani armed forces in 1971.
- Cultural Note: Bangladesh is predominantly Muslim, requiring respectful conduct, particularly at religious sites.
- Use the right hand for greetings and giving items; address elders and authority figures formally. Employ polite, indirect communication and observe local customs, especially in public religious settings.
About this holiday
International Mother Language Day commemorates the 1952 protests against the imposition of Urdu, marking the movement for Bengali language rights and contributing to Bangladesh's 1971 independence. This day is recognized globally by UNESCO.