Pahela Baishakh celebrated in Port Louis today. Photo : Collected

Port Louis (Mauritius), April 14, 2025 (BSS) - The Bangladesh High Commission in Port Louis hosted a vibrant day-long program today to celebrate Pahela Baishakh, the first day in Bengali calendar.

The programme brought together the Bangladeshi expatriates in Mauritius and the embassy staff.

To mark the day, a colorful procession, Ananda Shobhajatra, was brought out led by High Commissioner Dr. Jokey Ahad.

We're proud that the UNESCO has recognized this special procession as an important part of the world's cultural heritage, said Dr. Ahad.

He said, "This new year is about happiness and hope. No matter where we are in the world, we carry the spirit of Bangladesh with us - the red and green of our flag, the dreams of our youth, and our hopes for a better future."

The embassy also held a Baisakhi fair, where people enjoyed traditional Bangladeshi food like pithapuli, jhalmuri, fuchka, singara, samocha, and pantabhat.