Boishaki Mela at ANZ Stadium 2018
Source: SBS Bangla
Boishakhi Mela is one of the most important occasions, of Bangla New Year’s day. Among the popular fairs of Bengali culture and heritage, Boishakhi Mela is significant for its own features and appeals. It is a festival of joy and pleasure. People of all walks of life do not leave any stone unturned to enjoy themselves on this day. This Year, first ever in Sydney Olympic park, Boishakhi Mela was celebrated at the same day which is Bengali “POHELA BOISHAKH”. In early 90’s the convener of the organisation came up with the idea of celebrating Bengali New Year Festival. After some discussions in the committee and with other community groups they decided to organise Boishakhi Mela (Bengali New Year celebration). Boishakh is the first month of Bengali calendar. It is a solar calendar. And the first day of Boishakh generally corresponds to 14 April. Bangabandhu Council Australia organise Boishakhi Mela(Bengali NewYear Festival)in Sydney Olympic Park.It’s the biggest Bengali Community Event in Australia and outside Bangladesh.
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