National Day of Mourning (Bangladesh)
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National Mourning Day of Bangladesh is celebrated as a national day in Bangladesh. On 15 August of every year, the day is observed with mourning.[1] The black flag is hoisted as well as the national flag is kept at half-mast.
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National mourning day | |
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Also called | Mourning day |
Observed by | Bangladesh |
Liturgical color | Black |
Significance | To honour the people died during Assassination of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman |
Date | 15 August |
Next time | 15 August 2024 (2024-08-15) |
Frequency | Annual |
Started by | Government of Bangladesh |
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