In an interview with the Daily Star, eminent cultural icon and convener of the Festival Committee, Ghulam Kuddus, mentioned, "Despite severe weather conditions, traffic congestion, and other issues, we received a positive response from the audience. Although our audience numbers were lower this year, those who attended thoroughly enjoyed the performances."
The 12-day-long event will host approximately 4,000 artistes and 145 different theatre troupes from Bangladesh and India, presenting a variety of plays, recitals, singing, and dance performances.