Khagrachari, Mar 26 (V7N) - Khagrachari observed Independence and National Day on March 26 with due respect and solemnity. The official celebrations began at 5:51 a.m. with 31 gunshots as the sun rose.
 
Following this, the District Commissioner, ABM Ifthekarul Islam Khandaker, led a tribute to the fallen freedom fighters at the Shaheed Memorial in Miani Valley, the district's main city. Subsequently, various government and non-government departments, along with political, social, and professional organizations, paid their respects.
 
In addition to the tributes, a march-past was held at the district stadium, with honors given to freedom fighters and martyrs' families. In celebration of the day, all tourism and recreational centers in the district were made free of charge for visitors.
 
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