Khagrachari, Mar 26 (V7N) – Khagrachari commemorated Independence and National Day, March 26, with a series of respectful and celebratory events, honoring the nation's history and its heroes.

"Independence and National Day, March 26, is being celebrated with due dignity in Khagrachari," a local organizer confirmed.

The day's observances began at 5:51 AM with a 31-gun salute at sunrise, marking the commencement of the solemn occasion.

"The day's formalities began with the chanting of the holy water 31 times at 5:51 am on Wednesday as the sun rose," a city official reported.

Following the gun salute, Deputy Commissioner ABM Iftekharul Islam Khandaker led the tribute by laying wreaths at the martyr's altar in Maini Valley, located in the district town.

"Then, Deputy Commissioner ABM Iftekharul Islam Khandaker paid tribute to the brave freedom fighters at the martyr's altar in Maini Valley in the district town," a memorial attendee stated.

Various government and private departments, as well as social, political, and professional organizations, joined in paying tribute to the martyrs.

"Then, tributes were paid at the initiative of various government and private departments, social, political and professional organizations, including the district administration, district police," a local observer reported.

A parade and reception for the families of freedom fighters and martyrs were held at the district stadium, honoring their contributions and sacrifices.

"On the occasion of Independence Day, a parade and reception for the families of freedom fighters and martyrs were held at the district stadium," a parade organizer confirmed.

In a gesture of public celebration, entry to all tourist and entertainment centers in the district was made free for visitors on this significant day.

"Today, entry to all tourist and entertainment centers in the district has been made free for visitors," a tourism official stated.

The events in Khagrachari reflected a deep respect for the nation's independence and a commitment to honoring its history and heroes.

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