With the monsoon in full force, it's time for people across different parts of the country to participate in traditional boat races. And Chalan beel in Pabna is no different. Here people enjoy a boat-race
competition at this famous 'beel' in the northwestern part of the country on Sunday. The three-week long festival that began the day before Eid, featuring over 200 boats, will continue till August 7. PHOTO and caption: Ahmed Humayun Kabir Topu