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Shubho Noboborsho!

A greeting for the Bengali New Year, wishing joy and prosperity.

Community desk
NRI HeraldApril 16, 2026
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Shubho Noboborsho!

Shubho Noboborsho, the Bengali New Year, is being celebrated by the Indian diaspora in the United States and around the world. The greeting marks the beginning of the new year in the Bengali calendar.

The phrase "Shubho Noboborsho" translates to "Happy New Year" in English. It is a traditional salutation exchanged among Bengali communities during this festive period.

The occasion is observed with cultural programs, family gatherings, and traditional foods. Many Bengali Americans participate in events organized by local cultural associations to mark the new beginning.

The greeting carries wishes for joy, prosperity, and endless smiles in the year ahead. It reflects the spirit of renewal and hope that accompanies the new year.

Community desk · April 16, 2026
From the organiser
Bengali Cultural Society, Cleveland, OH
Read on the org's site
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