Thousands of Muslims wait to break their Ramadan fast at Baitul Mukarram National Mosque in Dhaka. The mosque committee, Islamic Foundation, and Tabligh Jamaat arrange free iftar for fasting devotees daily throughout the holy month. Photo: Palash Khan

In preparation for Eid sales, workers hang semai (vermicelli) for drying at a factory on Rajakhali street in Chaktai, Chattogram, yesterday. Semai, a traditional dish for celebrating Eid, is priced at Tk 1,200–Tk 1,500 per 35kg basket at local wholesale markets. Photo: Rajib Raihan