Netrokona, Apr 14 (V7N)– Netrokona district today embraced the Bengali New Year 1432 with a day-long series of vibrant events. A festive atmosphere permeated the district on Monday, April 14th, as processions, folk fairs, and cultural programs marked the arrival of Pahela Baishakh.

"A day-long colorful event was held in Netrokona to welcome the Bengali New Year 1432 on Monday (April 14). A festive atmosphere prevailed throughout the district on Monday with various programs including processions, folk fairs, and cultural programs on the occasion of Pahela Baishakh," a local correspondent reported.

The New Year celebrations commenced in the morning at the old Collectorate grounds in Moktarpara. The day's program began with a stirring rendition of the national anthem, "Amar Sonar Bangla," followed by the iconic welcoming song of the Bengali New Year, "Eso He Baishakh." Subsequently, a colorful Baisakhi procession, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the region, made its way through the main thoroughfares of the city.

"The New Year celebrations began in the morning at the old Collectorate grounds in Moktarpara. The day's program began with the rendition of the national anthem and the song 'Eso He Baishakh'. Later, a colorful Baisakhi procession circled the main roads of the city," the report detailed.

In addition to the district-wide events, various educational institutions across Netrokona also organized their own New Year celebrations, highlighting the widespread enthusiasm for Pahela Baishakh.

"In addition, New Year's celebrations are also being celebrated in various educational institutions in the district," the correspondent noted.

The official celebrations saw the participation of key district administrators, including Deputy Commissioner Banani Biswas and District Superintendent of Police Mirza Sayem Mahmud. Government officials and employees from various levels, leaders of prominent cultural organizations, various political and social figures, and representatives of civil society also joined in the festivities.

"The event was attended by Deputy Commissioner Banani Biswas, District Superintendent of Police Mirza Sayem Mahmud, government officials and employees at various levels, leaders of cultural organizations, various political and social figures, and representatives of civil society," the report confirmed.

There is a collective hope that the comprehensive arrangements made by the district administration will successfully spread the joy and spirit of the Bengali New Year among people from all walks of life throughout Netrokona.

"Everyone hopes that this overall arrangement by the district administration will spread the joy of the New Year among people from all walks of life in the district," the correspondent concluded.

The enthusiastic and widespread celebration of Pahela Baishakh in Netrokona underscores the deep cultural roots and unifying power of the Bengali New Year across Bangladesh.

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