Himal Press 
KATHMANDU: The Embassy of Bangladesh in Kathmandu celebrated Pohela Boishakh, the first day of the Bangla New Year 1433, at the embassy premises in Kathmandu on Friday.
Ambassadors and heads of mission of various countries, senior officials of the Government of Nepal, diplomats from various resident missions, prominent Nepali business leaders, Bangladeshi community in Nepal, and their families joined the celebration, according to a statement issued by the embassy.
The Secretary General of SAARC Md. Golam Sarwar graced the event as the guest of honor.
“With the participation of country representatives from the region including, India, Pakistan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, the celebration of the Pohela Boishakh received a national and regional dimension,” the embassy added.
In his remarks, Ambassasdor of Bangladesh to Nepal Md Shafiqur Rahman highlighted the origin and cultural heritage of Pohela Boishakh. He added that the festival has become universal in Bangladesh capturing the distinct history, culture, tradition and heritage of Bengali national identity.
The program featured a cultural performance, including Bangla and Nepali songs, reflecting the deep-rooted cultural affinities between Bangladesh and Nepal.
