DHAKA: The Hindu community will celebrate Shuva Janmashtami on Wednesday to mark the birthday of Lord Sri Krishna.

According to the Hindu religion, Lord Vishnu incarnated in the universe as Lord Krishna in the prison of Raja Kangsa on this day, the eighth day of ‘Shukla Pakkha’ (bright fortnight) in the month of Bengali calendar year Bhadra in Dwapara Yuga in order to protect ‘Dharma’ from the hands of devils.

On the occasion, colorful Janmashtami processions displaying the events of the life of Krishna will be organized in the capital, divisional cities and districts.

Other programmes of the day include puja, prayer, discussion, cultural function, distribution of `prasad` and feeding the poor.

Meanwhile, the law enforcing agencies will take foolproof security measures throughout the country to ensure safety and security of the Janmashtami processions.

President M Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and leader of the opposition in parliament Begum Khaleda Zia greeted the members of the Hindu community on the occasion and wished their happiness and well-being in separate messages.

President M Abdul Hamid will host a reception for distinguished members of the Hindu community at Bangabhaban at 5pm on September 2 next marking the Janmashtami.

The day is public holiday.

National dailies will publish special articles on the ideals of Lord Krishna while Bangladesh Betar, Bangladesh Television and private Television channels will air special programmes highlighting significance of the day.

Meanwhile, the law enforcing agencies will take foolproof security measures throughout the country on the day.

Besides, special security measures would be taken in the capital and port city of Chittagong to ensure safety and security of the Janmashtami processions.

BDST: 2240 HRS, AUG 27, 2013
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