The winter season at Jahangirnagar University (JU) came alive with vibrant colours, mesmerising beauty, and a distinctive festive aroma as the campus community celebrated the seventh edition of Heem Utshab (Winter Festival).
The three-day-long extravaganza, which began on Thursday, embraced the charm of the season while highlighting the significance of preserving natural diversity under the theme, Feere Asuk Pakhir Hak, Jol o Jibon Mukti Pak.
The festival drew thousands of music lovers, students, faculty members, and visitors from across the city to the Selim Al Deen Muktamancha. Braving Dhaka’s infamous traffic, many city dwellers joined the celebrations to experience the lively atmosphere and captivating performances.
Photo: Sakib Ahmed
“I came here today especially to enjoy Maestro Kafil Ahmed’s performance. The other acts were also remarkable. Jahangirnagar truly deserves the title of the Cultural Capital,” said Rifat Noor, a resident of Uttara, Dhaka.
This year’s festival featured a veterinary medical camp where pet owners could bring their animals for free check-ups, offering a unique addition to the celebrations. A wide array of activities enriched the event, including a photography exhibition, traditional pithas (rice cakes), folk songs, rural games, stage dramas, poetry recitals, and Baul song performances.
The winter season at Jahangirnagar University (JU) came alive with vibrant colours, mesmerising beauty, and a distinctive festive aroma as the campus community celebrated the seventh edition of Heem Utshab (Winter Festival).
The three-day-long extravaganza, which began on Thursday, embraced the charm of the season while highlighting the significance of preserving natural diversity under the theme, Feere Asuk Pakhir Hak, Jol o Jibon Mukti Pak.
The festival drew thousands of music lovers, students, faculty members, and visitors from across the city to the Selim Al Deen Muktamancha. Braving Dhaka’s infamous traffic, many city dwellers joined the celebrations to experience the lively atmosphere and captivating performances.
Photo: Sakib Ahmed
“I came here today especially to enjoy Maestro Kafil Ahmed’s performance. The other acts were also remarkable. Jahangirnagar truly deserves the title of the Cultural Capital,” said Rifat Noor, a resident of Uttara, Dhaka.
This year’s festival featured a veterinary medical camp where pet owners could bring their animals for free check-ups, offering a unique addition to the celebrations. A wide array of activities enriched the event, including a photography exhibition, traditional pithas (rice cakes), folk songs, rural games, stage dramas, poetry recitals, and Baul song performances.