Bangladesh holds a one-minute "blackout" on March 25th for Genocide Day, commemorating 1971's "Operation Searchlight" by Pakistani forces.

Bangladesh observes a one-minute symbolic "blackout" on March 25th for Genocide Day, commemorating 1971's "Operation Searchlight" by Pakistani forces. The blackout, lasting from 11:00 pm to 11:01 pm, exempts emergency services. Special messages from the President and Prime Minister, discussions, cultural events, and prayers in mosques and other places of worship are held to honor the victims.

March 23, 2024
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