{"id":33606,"date":"2026-04-14T08:07:52","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T08:07:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebangladeshtoday.com\/?p=33606"},"modified":"2026-04-14T08:07:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T08:07:53","slug":"mounted-police-unit-adds-splendour-to-baishakhi-shobhajatra","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebangladeshtoday.com\/?p=33606","title":{"rendered":"Mounted police unit adds splendour to Baishakhi Shobhajatra"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A well-decorated mounted unit of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) drew widespread attention as it took part in the traditional \u2018Baishakhi Shobhajatra\u2019 at Dhaka University this morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The procession, which began at 9:00am, featured the mounted police contingent at the very front, where their disciplined display and ceremonial presence captivated spectators.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A total of 20 well-trained horses participated in this year's procession.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The horses, identified as thoroughbred riding horses, are specially trained for large-scale public events and are known for their agility, endurance, and controlled behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Earlier in the morning, the much-anticipated \u2018Baishakhi Shobhajatra\u2019 commenced at Dhaka University amid vibrant festivity, accompanied by rhythmic drumbeats and colorful motifs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This year's procession prominently featured five symbolic motifs - rooster, violin, dove, elephant and horse - representing strength, creativity, peace, dignity, and dynamism respectively.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each motif reflected the deep-rooted cultural heritage of Bangladesh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adding to the festive atmosphere, a group of 35 musicians performed throughout the procession, while around 200 students participated carrying the national flag, making the celebration more lively and meaningful.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A well-decorated mounted unit of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) drew widespread attention as it took part in the traditional \u2018Baishakhi Shobhajatra\u2019 at Dhaka University this morning. 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