Brac University has organised a Bashanta Utshab on its Mohakhali campus auditorium and Prangon on Sunday, 16 February, 2020. It was to welcome the advent of spring.
Bangalees, especially the young generation, have traditionally celebrated the first day of spring for centuries. It is one of the largest seasonal events of Bangladesh.
The event is held on the first day of the Bangla month of Falgun. Girls wear yellow-ochre saris and adorn themselves with floral ornaments. Boys also wear colourful punjabis.
The celebration at Brac University ran for the whole day. It featured a wide range of music, dance and recitation performances. The event was organized by Brac University’s Cultural Club under the guidance of the Office of Student Life.