The traditional Dashai Karam Festival 2026 was celebrated in a festive atmosphere across Mahadevpur and Manda upazilas of Naogaon district, highlighting the rich culture, heritage, and unique identity of the indigenous community.
In Mahadevpur upazila, a discussion meeting and cultural program were organized at the Dewanpur Indigenous Government Primary School ground. Speaking as the chief guest at the event, Honorable Member of Parliament for Naogaon-3 (Mahadevpur-Badalgachhi) constituency, Mr. Md. Fazle Huda Babul, emphasized that such events play a vital role in fostering mutual respect, goodwill, and social harmony alongside promoting indigenous heritage.
The event was attended by Alhaj Md. Sajjad Hossain Sajjad, President of the Central Executive Committee of the Bangladesh Nationalist Rural Doctors Association, President of Naogaon District Human Rights, former Vice-Chairman of Mahadevpur Upazila Parishad, President of Naogaon District Rural Doctors Association, Organizational Secretary of Mahadevpur Upazila BNP, and President of the Khaleda Zia Smriti Sangsad, Naogaon District Committee.
Meanwhile, the 7th traditional Dashai Karam Festival was celebrated on Thursday afternoon, October 22, at the Kalitala field of Kalisafa village in Varshon union of Manda upazila, organized by the Manda upazila branch of the National Indigenous Council. The venue resonated with vibrant indigenous cultural performances, traditional dances, and musical renditions.
The program featured Karam worship, an engaging cultural session, a discussion meeting, and the distribution of prizes among winners and distinguished individuals. Honorable Member of Parliament for Naogaon-4 (Manda) constituency, Dr. Ekramul Bari Tipu, graced the occasion as the chief guest. In his speech, he underscored the importance of social and cultural harmony in preserving the traditions of the indigenous population.
Presided over by National Indigenous Council President Lakhan Orao, the event also featured Manda Upazila Nirbahi Officer (UNO) Mosammat Atia Khatun and Manda Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Afzal Hossain as special guests. Representatives from local civil society, social organizations, and political activists were also present.
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Reported by Ujjwal, Correspondent, Naogaon • Edited by the Daily Best News desk. Send corrections to [email protected].
