This is something that is very close to our hearts and is an Old Dhaka tradition. “People from all parts of Dhaka come here to enjoy and have a good time. We welcome them with open arms and warm hospitality.”As the day progressed, the sun soon smiled on Old Dhaka and boys and girls screamed along “Bhakatta Lot” whenever one kite flyer defeated somebody else. Old Dhaka resident Avro said: “We fly kites of different types and colours. It all happens here, in Old Dhaka, for Shakrain.”As the sun was setting, fireworks from all around, in whichever direction one looked, lit up the skies over Old Dhaka in all shades of colour.

Source: Dhaka Tribune January 14, 2020 16:18 UTC