Joy not unbounded

The festivity drew a sea of people, irrespective of caste, creed or religion, on to the streets to take part in the colourful procession, heavily guarded by law enforcers. Photos: Prabir Das, Palash Khan, Anurup Kanti Das

Armed police personnel on alert on the Dhaka University campus. Photos: Prabir Das, Palash Khan, Anurup Kanti Das

A child in colourful attire in all smiles enjoys the celebrations on the campus. Photos: Prabir Das, Palash Khan, Anurup Kanti Das

A section of Hatirjheel Lake -- one of the few popular spots in the capital -- swarmed with people enjoying the first day of Bangla New Year. Photos: Prabir Das, Palash Khan, Anurup Kanti Das

Two wrestlers in action during the Shahabuddiner Boli Khela (Shahabuddin's Wrestling Competition) organised by Nababarsha Udjapon Parishad in CRB area of Chittagong city. Photos: Prabir Das, Palash Khan, Anurup Kanti Das

The celebration of the Bangla New Year 1424 was somewhat arred by heightened security measures as many had to leave their handbags, umbrellas and water bottles before entering the campus. Photos: Prabir Das, Palash Khan, Anurup Kanti Das

A group of revellers at the procession. Photos: Prabir Das, Palash Khan, Anurup Kanti Das