Ekushe Academy Australia: Ekushe Academy Australia celebrated their 19th annual Boi Mela on the 19th of February, 2017 at Ashfield Park, Sydney in ideal summer weather. The program began with Probhath ferry around the International Mother Language Day Monument. There were many distinguished guests present at the mela including the chief guest, H.E.Kazi Imtiaz Hossain, High Commissioner for Bangladesh to Australia ; and Honorary Consul General for Bangladesh, Anthony Khoury. MPs, Mayor, Councillors and many High officials. The number of stalls increased this year in comparison to previous years, and a huge number of books were sold. This time, the mela was held in perfect weather conditions, attracting a huge turnout. On the eve of February, Ekushe academy organised an art competition, a blood drive for Red Cross throughout the month. During the day, there were many programs and activities, such as speeches, reception for blood donors, reception for HSC high achievers, children’s performances, dances, gambhira and performances from the musical groups. The organisers are overwhelmed by their flourishing mela and are looking forward to the next mela on 18th February 2018.
Probhat Ferry.
