Saraswati Puja or Basant Panchami falls on Panchami Tithi of Shukla Paksha in the month of Magha each year when Hindus worship goddess Saraswati. Traditionally kids are introduced to education and learning on the day of Saraswati Puja and this ritual is called "Hatekhori". Jagannath Hall administration is organizing the dormitory's central puja at the dormitory's Upashanalay while employees of the hall is also arranging Saraswati Puja. Apart from Dhaka, Saraswati puja is also celebrated at temples, educational institutions and residences across the country. Chattogram city and Madaripur district town sees biggest celebration of Saraswati Puja every year.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 22, 2026 11:15 UTC