Indian Assistant High Commissioner in Rajshahi Manoj Kumar today visited a Durga Puja mandap in Rangpur city and expressed satisfaction with the festive atmosphere and arrangements.
He visited the mandap at Kali Mandir in the Payra Chattar area of the city to witness the celebrations.
During the visit, Kumar exchanged greetings with leaders of the Durga Puja celebration committee and local Hindu community leaders.
He also toured the temple premises and enquired about the overall arrangements for the festival.
“I had never been here before. So I decided to visit Rangpur to see how Durga Puja is celebrated in this city,” he said.
“It is truly wonderful. Durga Puja is being observed in a very cordial and harmonious atmosphere,” he added, extending his Sharadiya greetings to all.
Leaders of the Hindu community in Rangpur city were present during the visit.
