The Ministry of Education has decided to keep educational institutions closed throughout the month of Ramadan by revising the 2026 academic calendar. The revised holiday schedule was published on Wednesday by the Secondary and Higher Education Division of the ministry. According to the new schedule, lower secondary and secondary schools will remain closed from Thursday. Last Sunday, after hearing a writ petition, the High Court ordered that schools remain closed for the entire month of Ramadan. It may be noted that the revised schedule includes a holiday during Ramadan on February 21 to mark Shaheed Day and International Mother Language Day.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 18, 2026 19:18 UTC