PANCHAGARH, March 26, 2024 (BSS) - The 54th Independence and National Day-2024 was celebrated in the district today in a befitting manner.

 
In observance of the day, district administration, district Muktizoddha Sangsad, different socio-cultural and political organizations, including Awami League, professional groups and educational institutions chalked out elaborate programs.
 
The day's programme began with heralding of 31-gun salute on the premises of Muktijodha area in front of police super office in the early hours of today.

As part of the programs, the national flag was hoisted atop all public and private buildings in the district after sunrise.

Deputy Commissioner (DC) of Panchagarh Md Johurul slam, Police super S.M. Sirajul Huda, Zila Parished chairman Abdul Hannan, Civil surgeon Mostafa Zaman Chowdary, Panchagarh Pouro Mayor Zakia Katun, placed floral wreaths at the memorial early in the morning.

On the other hand, the district administration gave reception to the families and heroic freedom fighters. Special prayers were also offered for martyred seeking peace and prosperity of the country.

Besides, improved diet was served in hospital, orphanages, prisons.

Similar programmes were taken in all five upazilas of the district.