Day: May 3, 2023

In the winter season, especially in rural Bengal, the sight of Dhunkars going from house to house to make lep-toshak with dhunat hanging around their neck/shoulder is still visible. The main instrument of Dhunkar is Dhunat. Made of bamboo, cane and wood, the instrument looks like a bow. The wood is wide in circumference at… Continue reading Dhunkar

Pottery is an ancient and traditional art of rural Bengal. The main material of this industry is clay. And those who make utensils with clay are known as Kumar, pals, Kumvokar, potters etc. in the society. With deep love and compassion, the potters create a variety of festive items, such as various types of pots,… Continue reading Kumar

The boatman of Kheyaghat waits by being tied to a strong bamboo pole or sometimes propped up by a logi bench. When the passenger arrives, take the boat and run to the other side. The sound of splashing water is very dear and familiar to them. He ran from side to side listening to this… Continue reading The sailor of Kheyaghat

Hair is one of the ingredients of human beauty. There is no end to people’s thoughts about hair. Hair, beard trimming is a part of daily routine. That is why the need for professional hairstylists.Earlier, barbers used to cut the hair and beards of the people of the village sitting in the shade of banyan… Continue reading The Barber

The number of floating people in Dhaka city is increasing. These floating people live on the footpaths of different roads and on road islands. Their crowd can be noticed especially on the sidewalk adjacent to the mosque. Helpless people are seen sitting all day long hoping for help. Roads and sidewalks are not only places… Continue reading Floating people