Asif Mahmud for organizing Eid festivals on larger scale in future

The Dhaka North City Corporation (DNCC) organized a grand “Eid joy procession” on Monday, reviving a 400-year-old tradition of Dhaka, where people from all walks of life ensured their spontaneous participation.

The procession featured beautifully adorned horses, horse-drawn carriages, a marching band and musical performances.

In addition, a puppet show depicting the history of the Sultanate and Mughal eras was arranged, increasing the excitement of the participants.

Asif Mahmud Sajib Bhuiyan, adviser to the Ministries of Local Government, Rural Development, Cooperatives, and Youth & Sports, announced that this Eid festival will be arranged on a larger scale from next year.

Addressing the “Eid joy procession” as the chief guest, he said: “I wish happy Eid-ul-Fitr to everyone. On this joyous day, I would like to remember those martyred brothers, because of whom today’s Eid has become so festive. It is because of their sacrifice that the tradition of celebrating the centenary Eid today has been possible. We, the city dwellers, will celebrate Eid in the same way next year.”

“We will no longer have to celebrate Eid by sitting at home on the day of Eid. We will celebrate Eid, hold Eid processions. We will share happiness and sorrow with each other. We will organize Eid festivals on a larger scale in the future,” the adviser further said.