Inmates were served Panta-Ilish, a traditional dish of watery rice and Hilsa fish, in the morning followed by other special events throughout the day. A special menu was arranged for lunch and dinner and inmates took part in cultural events to mark the occasion. Dhaka Division’s Deputy Inspector General of Jail Jahangir Kabir told bdnews24.com, “Panta-Ilish and different types of Bhorta (mashed dishes) were served to the inmates in the morning. It had cotton candy, bioscope and other attractions.”The jail staff enjoyed the same menu and will attend a cultural programme in the evening, the jail official said. Inmates sang and danced at the cultural programme inside the jail.

Source: bd News24 April 14, 2025 11:12 UTC