Ekota Lodge residents enjoy picnic and get-together

Residents of Ekota Lodge, a residential building in West Rampura of the capital, enjoyed a day-long picnic and get-together on Friday, celebrating 16 years and two months of community living and friendship.

Home to 12 families, the building has evolved over the years into more than just a residential address, becoming a centre of mutual understanding, harmony and friendship among its residents.

The event was organised to strengthen the bonds among the families, with residents, their family members and children participating enthusiastically in the festivities.

People from different professions, including journalism, teaching, business, service and sculpture, live in the building.

Separate sports and recreational events for men and women were among the main attractions of the programme. The arrangements also included a variety of food items and special gift hampers for all participants.

Among those present were flat owners Md Iqbal, Rinku, Tajul Islam, Md Jahan Kabir Shipu, Tapas Babu, Md Sumon, Md Emon, Md Sabul Molla and Md Sami Hossain.

Speaking at the event, Ekta Lodge President Abdul Baset said, “We hope everyone will continue to live together in harmony as we do now. Our expectation is to maintain the bonds of mutual love and friendship.”

General Secretary Anwar Hossain said such events help strengthen relationships among residents and expressed hope that similar programmes would continue in the future.

Sami Hossain hosted the programme, keeping the gathering lively with his presentation.

The picnic and get-together was not merely a recreational event but also an occasion to celebrate friendship, harmony and family bonds among neighbours. The participation of all 12 families reflected how a residential building can grow beyond a structure of bricks and mortar to become an extended family.