A Popular Festival in Bangladesh Composition

Pahela Baishakh is a big celebration in Bangladesh. It's the first day of the Bangla New Year. We really value and enjoy this day in our culture. Everyone in the country celebrates it with lots of excitement.

Pahela Baishakh is a public holiday. Everything stops for the day, like work and businesses. Different groups and companies celebrate Pahela Baishakh by organizing cultural events and giving out sweets. Business owners start a new accounting book called "Halkhata" and share sweets with their customers.

Regular people also celebrate Pahela Baishakh in different ways. They go to the Baishahki Fairs and buy various things. They exchange greetings and give best wishes to friends and family. They share traditional foods and sweets with others. There are many cultural events organized by various groups that people enjoy.

One important part of Pahela Baishakh is the "Baishakhi Mela." It's like a temporary market that appears all over the country. The biggest Mela is organized by Chayanat at Ramna Batamul. It takes place early in the morning on Pahela Baishakh. Many people gather there to celebrate with happiness. They wake up early and eat "Panta Bhat," which is watered rice with fish and pepper. They wear colorful clothes and paint their noses and cheeks. They carry colorful banners, decorations, and signs. They wear special caps that look magical. At the fairs, they sell different kinds of sweets, toys, decorations, cosmetics, and gifts.

People spend the whole day joyfully on Pahela Baishakh. They forget about their problems and troubles for a while. Families, whether rich or poor, try to have a nice meal together. They hope that the happiness of this day will stay with them throughout the year.

Pahela Baishakh is a day of joy and celebration deeply rooted in our tradition. Every year, it brings new hopes and dreams. People eagerly wait for this day and everyone, regardless of their background, welcomes it. There are various cultural programs, colorful rallies, and processions to celebrate the day. It shows that we have a unique and rich cultural heritage. Pahela Baishakh represents our cultural identity.