Manikganj: Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bengali New Year, is being celebrated under the auspices of the district administration here today. The programs of Manikganj district administration commenced with a joyous procession from Beotha Corner to Manikganj Government High School Playground, involving hundreds of people from all walks of life.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, an attractive cultural function was organized at the Manikganj Government High School playground. Various cultural organizations and individuals participated in the event. Traditional Bengali foods were also distributed in jail, hospital, and government Shishu Paribar on this occasion.