Jasim Palli Mela opens today
A fortnight-fair titled, 'Jasim Palli Mela' opens here today marking the 107th birth anniversary of poet Jasimuddin. Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Minister Khondker Mosharraf Hossain will inaugurate the fair as chief guest at the poet's house beside the Kumar River. Energy Adviser to Prime Minister Dr Towfiq-e-Elahi Chowdhury will attend the function as special guest. About 207 stalls have been set up at the fair venue. Handicrafts, everyday items used by the rural folk, agricultural tools and items will be on display. Other attractions are puppet show, circus, 'Jatra', merry-go- round, cultural function and recitation from famous poems of the poet.
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