The Finance Department, West Bengal on May 22, 2026, issued a notification regarding the Holiday on May 28, 2026 for Id-Ud-Zoha (Bakrid).
The following has been stated namely: -
• The earlier public holidays declared for May 26 2026 (Tuesday) and May 27, 2026 (Wednesday) for Bakrid-related observance have been revised.
• Based on updated information, Id-Ud-Zoha (Bakrid) will now be observed on May 28, 2026 (Thursday).
• Accordingly, the Governor has declared May 28, 2026 as a public holiday under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
• The previously notified holidays for May 26, 2026 and May 27, 2026 stand cancelled.
[Notification No. 1814-F(P2)]
