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The Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Dhaka has celebrated the 77th Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia amid festivities, reports UNB.
The day's events began with a flag hoisting ceremony in the morning on the premises of the embassy on Wednesday, followed by a live broadcasting of the national Independence Day ceremony at Merdeka Palace from the capital Jakarta. A prayer was also held.
The festivities included music shows, singing competitions, and tent bazaars where local delicacies, handicrafts, souvenirs, and other goods were displayed and sold. This year, a total of eight tent bazaars were set up at the venue. There were more than 150 participants including diplomats and staff of the embassy, Indonesian citizens and diaspora living around Dhaka. The ceremony was held with limited participants as part of strict health protocols regarding Covid-19.
The embassy hosted several activities, among others fun games and competitions participated by the Indonesian communities, as well as cultural performances called "Panggung Gembira" and also food stalls festivals.