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Shilpakala Academy hosts ‘Ananda Utsab’ celebrating Eid-ul-Azha
Marking the holy occasion of Eid-ul-Azha, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy (BSA) organised a festive cultural programme titled 'Ananda Utsab' on Friday night at the Nandan Mancha of the academy premises in the capital’s Segunbagicha.
Supported by the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, the event featured an array of musical performances and festive activities.
Secretary of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs Md Mofidur Rahman was present as a special guest at the programme, alongside BSA Secretary and Acting Director General Mohammad Wares Hossain.
The event was inaugurated with a welcome speech by Nava Mehjabeen Rahman, director of the Music, Dance, and Recitation Department at BSA.
The cutural programme commenced with a qawwali performance by Samir Kawal and his troupe, followed by solo musical renditions by popular singers Atia Anisa and Parsha Mahjabeen Purna.
Renowned singer Angel Noor performed a series of songs including 'Jodi Abar', 'Til', and 'Amay Proshno Kore'.
She was followed by noted artist Mithun Chakra, who entertained the audience with popular tracks such as 'Swapno Jabe Bari', 'Shada Shada Kala Kala', and 'Ore Shampan Wala'.
The event concluded with a vibrant band performance by the popular musical group Avash.
In addition to the musical acts, a dedicated ‘Mehedi Corner’ was also set up as part of the celebration, reports UNB.
Earlier this year, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy organised its first-ever cultural programme on 'Chand Raat', the traditional eve of Eid-ul-Fitr.