Once a vibrant part of Eid celebrations, the tradition of exchanging Eid greeting cards is now on the verge of disappearing in Bangladesh, if it hasn't already.
In an effort to revive this nostalgic culture, five youths—Ashraf, Turjo, Rihan, Ayon and Hamim—have set up a small Eid card stall at Mirpur Housing Staff Quarter Colony in the capital.
They said Eid cards were once highly popular, especially in the busy markets of Old Dhaka, where people would crowd shops ahead of Eid-ul-Fitr.
However, during a recent visit, they found the tradition nearly extinct, with very few cards available.
After extensive searching, the youths managed to collect a limited number of cards, while most of their collection was printed at local presses.
Through this initiative, they aim to reintroduce the charm of handwritten Eid greetings and reconnect the younger generation with a once-beloved festive tradition.
