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KHULNA, Apr 7, 2026 (BSS) - A preparatory meeting was held in Khulna today to celebrate Pahela Baishakh, the Bangla New Year 1433, in a festive and befitting manner.

Deputy Commissioner Hoore Jannat chaired the meeting at her conference room.

It was informed that a colorful Baishakhi procession will begin at 8 am from Khulna Railway Station premises and conclude at Shaheed Hadis Park. 

Following the procession, a discussion, cultural function, prize-distribution ceremony and a day-long Baishakhi fair will be held at the park starting at 9:30 am.

Bangladesh Shishu Academy and the District Shilpakala Academy will jointly organise drawing and essay competitions for children marking the day.

On the occasion, Khulna Divisional Museum will remain open for all. Traditional foods will be served at prisons and government-run orphanage centres.

Among others, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Zila Parishad Mominur Rahman, Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Bitan Kumar Mondal, officials of different government offices and representatives of socio-cultural organisations attended the meeting.