Dhaka, May 22 -- Bangladesh Bank (BB) on Thursday issued a set of directives to all banks, Mobile Financial Services (MFS) providers, Payment Service Providers (PSPs), and Payment System Operators (PSOs) to keep banking and digital transaction systems fully operational during the upcoming Eid-ul-Azha holidays.

The central bank issued a circular in this regard on Thursday, describing the matter as "highly important" to ensure hassle-free transactions for customers.

According to the circular, financial institutions must maintain uninterrupted services across automated teller machines (ATMs), point of sale (POS) terminals, QR codes, internet banking, online e-payment gateways, and MFS platforms throughout the holiday period.

The central b...