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MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2026

Shakrain

Shakrain

As evening approaches, the sky of Old Dhaka takes on a new identity, adorned with fireworks, lights and occasional fire shows, marking Shakrain on 14 January 2026. Photo: Rajib Dhar/TBS

Shakrain: Where tradition, colour, community rise together across Old Dhaka's winter sky

As evening approaches, the colourful kites slowly disappear with the setting sun, and the sky takes on a new identity, adorned with fireworks, lights and occasional fire shows

People celebrate Shakrain festival in Old Dhaka. Shakrain, an annual event, is celebrated at the end of Poush, the ninth month of the Bengali calendar. It is one of the oldest annual festivals of Bangladesh. File Photo: Mumit M/TBS

Who are opposing Shakrain?

Old Dhaka residents gather on their rooftops, transforming them into vibrant launchpads for the kite festival. Photo: TBS

Shakrain fest thrills Old Dhaka amid chilling cold

Shakrain: A festival of Kites and Fireworks

Shakrain: A festival of Kites and Fireworks

Photo: TBS/Shayok

Old Dhaka shines as century-old kite festival observed

Photo: Noor-A-Alam/TBS

Gone are the kite runners’ days as DJs take over Shakrain fest

Shakrain Festival 2020

Shakrain Festival 2020

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