Bangladesh Independence Day 2025

When is it Celebrated?

It is celebrated each year on March 26.

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Purpose

To commemorate the 1971 declaration of independence from Pakistan.

How Is It Celebrated?

The day begins with 31-gun salutes in Dhaka. Key traditions include:

• Parade at National Parade Ground: Military display with vintage tanks
• Float Processions: Reenacting Mukti Bahini guerrilla scenes
• Homage at Savar Memorial: Leaders place wreaths at dawn

Citizens engage in painting children's faces with national flags, singing "Amar Sonar Bangla" in community circles, and flying kites shaped like Bengal tigers.

Modern twists include drone shows forming the 1971 proclamation, augmented reality flag projections, and #MyLiberationStory hashtag campaigns.

History

Marks Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's March 26, 1971 declaration.

Focus

National unity and progress.

Activities

• School debates on constitutional values
• Liberation War quiz competitions
• Street theater performances

Facts

• The actual proclamation was made from Chittagong.
• 2021 marked the Golden Jubilee.
• The day coincides with Genocide Remembrance Eve.

Modern Celebrations

Digital archives of freedom fighters' testimonies.

What Do People Do?

Bake flag-colored cakes, donate blood and call expat relatives.