Jagannath University joined a colourful procession on Friday, 28 August, for “Dhaka Day 2026—Hridoye Dhaka,” marking the capital’s 416 years. Organised by Dhaka South City Corporation, the event began at the university campus and featured symbolic displays of Old Dhaka’s history, heritage, culture, food traditions and folk life.

Dhaka South City Corporation Administrator freedom fighter Md Abdus Salam led the procession, while Jagannath University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr Md Ruis Uddin led the university delegation. Teachers, students, staff, police personnel and representatives of various groups participated. Large replicas of steamers, bakarkhani, jalebi, kites and reels drew attention, alongside models of Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, Central Shaheed Minar and other landmarks.

The route passed Bahadur Shah Park, the court area, Ray Saheb Bazar and Gulistan Zero Point before ending at the city corporation’s Nagar Bhaban. Cultural performances by university music and drama students accompanied the event. Abdus Salam said the month-long “Hridoye Dhaka 416” festival was launched to foster residents’ love, affection and sense of responsibility toward Dhaka and present its heritage to wider audiences.