Sewage leaking out of pipes of Dhaka Wasa has submerged this road in Kadamtola of Bashabo in the capital, making it difficult for pedestrians to walk on the road and spreading a bad odour. The photo was taken yesterday. Photo: SK Enamul Haq
Idols are yet to be painted as preparations go on for the five-day celebration of Durga Puja, the main religious festival for the Bangalee Hindu community, which is scheduled to start on October 19. In Barisal district, the festival will be celebrated at more than 544 puja mandaps (altars). However, the District Puja Udjapon Parishad says the preparations are not going very smoothly due to the rising cost of raw materials and other expenses. According to the parishad, the prices of raw materials have increased by 10 percent compared to last year. The festival will end on October 23 when immersion of idols on "Bijaya Dashami". Photo: Star
