Dhaka, June 1 -- Bangladesh returns to its regular work routine today (Monday) as government and private offices, banks and stock markets reopen following the week-long Eid-ul-Azha holiday, restoring full-scale administrative, financial and commercial activities across the country.

The government declared public holidays from May 25 to May 31, including weekly holidays, to mark Eid-ul-Azha, one of the most important religious festivals for Muslims.

Following the extended break, a large number of government employees and private-sector professionals have already begun returning to Dhaka from their hometowns.

Major transport hubs, including bus terminals, railway stations and river ports, witnessed heavy passenger traffic as people rushe...