Dhaka, June 5 -- This is for the first time in history that with a rare 10-day Eid-ul-Azha holiday beginning on Thursday, Bangladesh is witnessing one of the largest mass movements of people in recent times as millions begin their journey from Dhaka and its adjoining areas to celebrate the festival with their loved ones.

Although the official Eid journey is to begin from today (Thursday), the exodus started informally from May 30, when educational institutions across the country went on holiday.

But, the rush reached its peak on Wednesday-the last working day before Eid-as people started leaving Dhaka from noon onward.

Bangladesh will celebrate Eid-ul-Azha on Saturday, (June 7).

Due to the extended holidays, particularly from Wednesda...