Bijoy Utsab begins in Ctg
A 22-day victory festival titled 'Muktijuddher Bijoy Utsab-2005' began in the port city yesterday.
State Minister for Liberation War Affairs Rezaul Karim inaugurated the festival by lighting the flame of victory and releasing balloons at Chittagong Outer Stadium. Bangladesh Muktijoddha Sangsad organised the festival.
Speaking as chief guest, Fisheries and Livestock Minister Abdullah-Al-Noman said the festival is for the freedom fighters and for all people irrespective of party affiliation.
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