Nationwide celebrations of Pahela Baishakh

A boy, beaming with a pure smile, holds a cat to share the joy of the year’s first morning. Photo: Prabir Das

People from all walks of life join the traditional procession — now called “Barshoboron Ananda Shobhajatra”, replacing the decades-old name “Mangal Shobhajatra” — to celebrate Pahela Baishakh on the Dhaka University campus. Photo: Rashed Shumon

People from all walks of life join the Ananda Shobhajatra in Barishal to celebrate the Bengali New Year. Photo: Titu Das

The lively crowd of Khulna showcases vibrant masks depicting tigers, owls, and other captivating creatures, embodying the rich artistry and traditions of Bangladesh. Against a backdrop of lush greenery and decorative sculptures, the energy of the Bengali New Year shines bright. Photo: Habibur Rahman

Artists and performers dance in the procession to celebrate the Bengali New Year. The photo was taken at a park in the capital, Dhaka. Photo: Prabir Das

Thakurgaon welcomes Pahela Baishakh with a morning celebration organised by Nikkon Sangeet Bidyalaya. Photo: Quamrul Islam

Dressed in Noboborsho outfits and colourful shades, girls walk hand in hand with their father toward a park in Dhaka to celebrate the New Year. Photo: Prabir Das

Children enjoy a ride on the manually operated Nagordola with their parents—a timeless source of joy for all ages. Photo: Prabir Das

Children strike the same pose during a dance performance at a cultural event, showcasing unity and rhythm. Photo: Prabir Das

Children paint and colour on an open canvas at a park in the capital, expressing their creativity on the first day of the new year. Photo: Prabir Das