Dhaka, Jan 22 – Saraswati Puja, one of the main religious festivals of the Hindu community, is being celebrated across the country on Monday.The Puja is celebrated every year on the fifth day of the bright fortnight of the month of Magh, as Goddess Saraswati was born on this day.
The day is called ‘Vasant Panchami’.
As Saraswati is considered as the Goddess of wisdom and knowledge, Hindu devotees, especially students, celebrate the Puja in different educational institutions and temples.
In the capital, Saraswati puja is being arranged at different places and educational institutes, including Jagannath Hall on the Dhaka University campus and Ramkrishna Mission. – UNB
