The West Bengal government has revised its Bakrid holiday schedule and officially declared May 28, 2026, as the public holiday for Eid al-Adha across the state. This decision follows updated information confirming that the festival will be observed on May 28 instead of the previously announced dates.
Fresh Notification Issued After Revised Festival Date
A fresh notification issued by the state government states that the earlier holidays declared for May 26 and May 27 have been withdrawn. Both days will now function as regular working days for offices, institutions, and establishments covered under the government notification. The state administration explained that the earlier order, issued in November 2025, had designated May 26 as a holiday for the day before Id-Ud-Zoha and May 27 for Bakrid celebrations. However, a revised moon-sighting update changed the expected festival date, prompting the government to alter the holiday calendar.
In the latest order, the Governor approved May 28, which falls on a Thursday, as a public holiday under Section 25 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881, on account of Id-Ud-Zoha (Bakrid). The government emphasized that this modification was necessary to ensure that the official holiday coincides with the actual day of religious observance.
Earlier Holidays Cancelled
The notification clearly states that the holidays announced earlier for May 26 and May 27 stand cancelled. Consequently, government departments, educational institutions, and other notified establishments will remain operational on both days. This revision is expected to impact administrative schedules across departments, particularly in schools, public offices, and institutions that had already prepared for the earlier holiday dates. Officials have confirmed that updated instructions will be communicated to all concerned departments to avoid confusion among employees and the public.
Organizations to Announce Changes in Schedule
In light of this revision, organizations are expected to issue announcements regarding their new schedules for examinations, attendance, and other work-related matters. Financial establishments that follow the state holiday list may also adjust their calendars accordingly. This clarification will help organizations understand that there will be only one official holiday to mark this important festival. With the issuance of this revised holiday list, May 28 will be the sole official holiday for Bakrid in West Bengal in 2026.
