Satkhira:The traditional Gur Pukur Fair, one of Satkhira's oldest and most cherished fairs with a history of nearly 300 years, has resumed today after a two-year closure.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the fair was officially inaugurated by Satkhira Deputy Commissioner Ms. Kawsar Aziz. The event marks the beginning of a 20-day celebration that will continue until October 20.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by several notable figures, including Satkhira Superintendent of Police Abu Saleh Md Ashraful Alam, district BNP convener Rahmatullah Palash, member secretary Abu Zahid Dablu, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Revenue) Ripon Biswas, and Satkhira Sadar Upazila Nirbahi Officer Arnab Dutta.
The revival of this centuries-old fair has sparked significant enthusiasm among the local community, with residents expressing their satisfaction at the return of this traditional event.