In Bangladesh, the Indian High Commissioner Harsh Vardhan Sringla opened the celebrations by unfurling the national tricolour at the new Chancery Complex in Baridhara. Hundreds of people of the Indian community participated with great deal of patriotism in the celebrations.<br/><br/>A colourful programme showcasing India's diverse culture was put up by young boys and girls of the Indian community. Soulful renditions of patriotic songs including Vande Mataram by a band of the Indian army which has specially flown to Dhaka added to the vibrant atmosphere.