Chhayanaut has expressed deep concern over a series of attacks on the country’s cultural sphere, calling for a fearless and tolerant society where cultural expression can flourish freely.
The Baishakhi Shobhajatra for the Bengali year 1433 ended peacefully in a festive atmosphere. The procession formally began at 9:00 am on Tuesday, April 14, from the Faculty of Fine Arts premises of Dhaka University with the rendition of the national anthem.
The traditional New Year programme has begun at Ramna Batamul in the capital with the sunrise of the new year. Chhayanaut's event welcomed the Bengali New Year 1433 with the collective rendition of the song 'Jago Alok-Lagne'.
Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) has announced in a public notification that pedestrians who fail to use zebra crossings, foot overbridges or underpasses while crossing roads will face jail and fines. The notification, signed by DMP Acting Commissioner Md Sarwar, was issued on Sunday, April 12, outlining special directives for vehicle drivers and pedestrians to ensure safe and orderly movement in the capital.
European Union Ambassador to Bangladesh Michael Miller paid a courtesy call on Home Minister Salahuddin Ahmed. The meeting took place at the Home Ministry office in the Secretariat on Monday afternoon, April 13.
Cultural organisation Chhayanaut has completed its preparations for celebrating the New Year 1433. The Baishakhi celebration at Ramna Botmool in the capital will begin at 6:15 am and conclude at 8:15 pm on Pahela Baishakh.