JOBBAR -ER-BOLIKHELA"

An Age Old Tradition To The

Port City People

Subject | SEMINAR
Submitted By_

AHMED ASIF

SHARMIN SHABNAJ
ABSTRACT _
This paper attempts to summarize and giving a glance of information about the traditional sport of
Port city Chittagong. Named as Jobbar er BOLIKHELA which is the national district game of
Chittagong.
Chittagong is diversified with traditions, cultures and values. Initially said this traditional game has
standard rules and regulations followed by the founder Abdul Jabbar Shaodagar, who gave this
game a new form in order to self-defense during the British ruling period.
Since it has around 107 years of historical background, so it holds a historical value to the people of
Chittagong and since 107 years back till the date of today it is one of the most awaited games which
have turned into festival, takes place on 10th-12th of boishakh after the chaitrya shangkranti.
It has reached at the national district level sport. This game taught important skills and teachings,
by the trainers, played by the professionals and sponsored by the masters.
For better feedback and effective participation of the outer people to spread out this tradition it
require more acceptability through efficient standardization.

KEY WORDS _

Traditional game, Age old tradition, National district game of Chittagong.

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TABLE OF CONTENT
TITLE Page No.
I_ Abstract & Keywords i

II_Table of content ii - iii

CHAPTER | 01 04 - 06

INTRODUCTION_ 01

1.1_ Background

1.2_ Objectives

1.3_ Research outline

1.4_ Framework

1.5_ Method

1.6_ Research expected outcome

1.7_ Limitation of the study

CHAPTER | 02 07 - 11

LITERATURE REVIEW_ 02

2.1_ Introduction

2.2_ History and chronology

2.3_ Ages of game rules

2.4_ Game participators

2.5_ Findings from literature review

2.6_ Case Study ( SUMO Wrestling )

CHAPTER | 03 12 - 21

INVESTIGATION_ 03

3.1_ Introduction

3.2_ Method of investigation

3.3_ Existing condition ( 2016 )

3.4_ Chronological history ( Timeline 2005-2016 )

3.5_ Interview

3.6_ Findings from survey

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CHAPTER | 04

CRITICAL ANALYSIS_ 04 22 - 23

4.1_ Introduction

4.2_ Findings

CONCLUSION_ 05 24

5.1_ Recommendation

APPENDIX 25 - 27

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CHAPTER | 01
INTRODUCTION _
1.1_ BACKGROUND
Boli Khela (i) is a traditional form of wrestling in Bangladesh specifically take place at the port city
Chittagong . Boli Khela was introduced in the early 20th century by Abdul Jabbar Saodagar. His
concept was to cultivate a sport that would prepare the youth to fight against British rule in order to
self-defense without weapons.

Broad appeal for the sport began at the end of the First World War but subsided at the end of the
Second World War.

Its considered as a national game of the district. It is one of the age oldest traditions of Chittagong
since 107 years. It is a form of combat sport involving grappling type techniques such as clinch
fighting, throws and takedowns, joint locks, pins and other grappling holds.
The sporting event, held in the first month of the Bengali year, at the last of chaitra
shongkranti(ii) and take place at Laldighi Maidan .

Boli means wrestler or a powerful person in Bengali, while Khela denotes a game. So, Boli Khela
means game of the powerful person.

1.2_ OBJECTIVES
Introducing Jobbar er Bolikhela as national district game of Chittagong to the outer
people of the district as well.
How it is familiar to the people, what is its impact on the society, how it has brought a new
source of social interaction.

1.3_ RESEARCH OUTLINE

In the first section, there is an introductory part of the report. There would be research questions
given.
In the second section there would be some case studies or works related to the research topic.
For example-
what is jobbar er Bolikhela, what it the background, how did it get recognition as national district
game, how it created a history of 107 years, how it brought an impact on the society and social
interaction, what else kind of traditional games does Bangladeshi people have, relevant case
studies, secondary data from books and scientific papers from internet.
Basically there would be literature survey in the third section, Description of new works, on which
there would be a questionnaire survey, for comparing the secondary data and questionnaire survey.
Basically there would be a research report in the fourth section. The evaluation of literature
survey and the results of the research.
At last, the conclusion of the report which includes the summary or outlook of the report.

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1.4_ FRAMEWORK

Topic Selection Historical Literature Surveyand

Background case study

CHAPTER_01

INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER_02

LITERATURE 1.1 Background

REVIEW 1.2 Objective
1.3 Research outline
1.4 Framework
1.5 Method
1.6 Expected outcome
1.7 Limitation

CHAPTER_02 CHAPTER_03

LITERATURE REVIEW INVESTIGATION

CHAPTER_04
CHAPTER_05
CRITICAL
CONCLUSION ANALYSIS

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1.5_ METHOD

Selecting the topic for seminar paper.

Determining what to do for motivating the topic.
Going for literature review and secondary data collection through the previous seminar
papers, scientific copies and books.
Analyzing the data/information.
Creating a set of question regarding the importance and impact of traditional game jobbar er
Bolikhela in Chittagong with variety of questionnaire survey.
Evaluating the survey results and comparing with secondary data.
Analyzing the results will inform the existence, impact and importance of the topic
according to the social view.

1.6_ RESEARCH EXPECTED OUTCOME

The study will consist a discussion over how the topic is familiar to the people, what is the impact
of it in the society, how it has brought a new source of social interaction, in what extend it has
sustained its 107 years of glory by

Acceptance of jobbar er Bolikhela as an age old traditional game which has become a
festival
Evaluation of publics opinion about it as its success of being a national district sport of
Chittagong.

1.7_ LIMITATION OF THE STUDY

This paper is for study purpose. It is based on a Short term non-funded research. Jobbar- er-
Bolikhela takes place during the month of Baishakh (iii) 10th-12th on April, primary data collection
and physical survey is not attainable due to the particular time duration.

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CHAPTER | 02
LITERATURE REVIEW_
2.1_ INTRODUCTION
Boli Khela is a traditional form of wrestling in Bangladesh specifically take place at the port city
Chittagong. Boli Khela was introduced in the early 19th century by Abdul Jabbar Saodagar. His
concept was to cultivate a sport that would prepare the youth to fight against British rule in order to
self-defense without weapons.

Broad appeal for the sport began at the end of the First World War but subsided at the end of the
Second World War.
Its considered as a national game of the district. It is one of the age oldest traditions of the
Chittagong since 107 years. It is a form of combat sport involving
grappling type techniques such as clinch fighting, throws and
takedowns, joint locks, pins and other grappling holds.

The sporting event, held in the first month of the Bengali year, at
the last of chaitra shongkranti and take place at Laldighi
Maidan .
Boli means wrestler or a powerful person in Bengali, while Khela
denotes a game. So, Boli Khela means game of the powerful
person.

2.2_ HISTORY AND CHRONOLOGY

Previously in Indian subcontinent, there used to be a game named Molla juddho (iv) which used to
take place between 2 person but played by holding stick in hands.After that a new game got
introduced which used to be named as Kusti (v) and only few participants could participate
belongs to that very area. But no game sutained for a long time period as Boli khela ,for 2 months
long . Its estimated that it was originated by the Arabic subcontinent people.
During the early 19th century,people of Chittagong used to go for treading in Myanmar due to their
livelihood. During the month of Boishakh they used to get back to their land just to attend,enjoy and
participate in Bolikhela. The masters who used to bet on their bolis, they used to make 2-3 gold
meddels and silver meddels for rewarding the winning boli. And make the publicity of their
participation in boli khela even by making posters of their bolis. By finalising the date and time a
person with 7-8 more, used to give an announcement of the upcoming boli khela with shanai
.And the participated bolis used to get invitation card as honorary members of the game. On the
day of the game, the bolis used to make a dramatic entry with 8-10 of junior bolis and a group of
people welcoming them with dhol (vi) and shanai (vii) .

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Earlier, there used to be a game taken place between two junior bolis , the senior alumny of the
game used to inaugrate the game. The game used to go on untill one boli doesnt defeat another.
The winner used to dance with the tune of dhol and used to get rewarded with the gold meddel
and people used to bade him to home by playing dhol shanai. The master used to get all the
money which both masters bet on the game.

Previously among 2-4 villages used to arrange for 1-2 boli khela per year. But, after the 2nd world
war it got subsided .

2.3_ AGES OF GAME RULES

The arena is either a circular or square shape, measuring at least fourteen to twenty feet across.
Rather than using modern mats, Boli wrestlers train and compete on dirt floors. Match started in a
sandy wrestling ground. Each year, Boli Khela attracts new participates and fans because the sheer
enjoyment of the sport is not only contagious for local enthusiasts but inspires tourists to Bangladesh
an opportunity to get a glimpse of an exciting and unique event. Fans of many countries come every
year to see Boli khela.

This century-old sport of Boli Khela has over fifty participants that take part in the game during the
festival with half of the wrestlers advancing to the second round. In recent years the game has been
dominated by two men, Didarul Alam and Marmar Sing who have concurrently won the
championships together.

As the conclusion of the championship games both men resume their normal activities while waiting
for the next games the following year.
The event starts at afternoon in a festive mood
with the music of 'Dabor' (one kind of folk
drum) and 'Sanai' (folk flute). Time of the each
match is 2530 minutes. If both competitors
agree, the length of the final match may be
extended up to 1015 minute .

2.4_ GAME PARTICIPATORS

Didar Boli, a trader from Omkhali under Ramu upazila in Cox's Bazar district.
Oli Hossain of Brahmanbaria district.
Marma Singh, a sub inspector of Gulshan Police Station in Dhaka

Sources : ( I III )

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2.5_ FINDINGS FROM LITERATURE REVIEW

In the history of Bangladesh the game Boli khela is traced back to the Chittagong traditional
and cultural phenomena.
It was flourished around in early 20th century in 1909 Bengali year of 1316 during the world
war-I.
Originated by the Arabic subcontinent people .
Concept came from self-defense without weapon.
It has become an ancient game by completing 107 years of glory.
Is the National district game of Chittagong .
Played by two people.
Played on the sandy or muddy ground.
Certain arena of 14 x 20
Time of the each match is 2530 minutes.
Currently dominated by two men, Didarul Alam Boli and Marmar Sing.

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2.6_ CASE STUDY ( SUMO )
BACKGROUND
Sumo,a form of wrestling, holds the status of Japans
national sport. Sumo retains many of its traditional
practices, such as its dohyo(elevated strawring),
ranking system, and tiesto Shinto religious ceremony.
The word sumo is written with the Chinese characters
formutual bruising.

Although sumos history goes back to ancient times, it

became a professional sport in the early period
(16001868).Today, this almost exclusively male sport
is practiced. By clubs in high schools and universities, as well as by amateur associations. Both in
Japan and abroad. However, sumo is best known as a professional spectator sport.

OBJECTIVES
The objective of sumo game is basically for entertainment.
A profession of earning huge amount of money.
For keeping Japanese national sport alive.

AGES OF GAME RULES

The object of a sumo match is forth wrestler to force his opponent out of the dohyo or make him
touch the surface with any part of his body other than the toes of his feet. Prior to the actual clashin
the center of the ring, the two wrestlers usually spend
several minutes in a preparation ritual, extending
their arms, stamping their feet , squatting ,and glaring
at each other.
Handfuls of salt are repeatedly tossed into the air to
purify the ring.
After this extended warm up, a match of ten ends in
matter of seconds ,although some may continue for
several minutes, and a few even require a brief to
allow the wrestlers to rest before concluding the bout.
Winning techniques in sumo,of which there are70, involve pushing or lifting out of the ring; using a
grip on the belt tothrow ones opponent down, leg trips, jumping quickly to the side during the
initial charge and slapping the opponent off balance, and digging in at the edge of the straw ring to
toss an opponent out, just before falling out oneself.
Sumo is especially admired for its dignity and composure.

Arguments over are fereesruling or displays of poor sports manship are unheard of.While vigorous
open handed slaps to the upper body are permitted ,such tactics as striking with fists,kicking,andhair-
pulling are strictly prohibited.

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DIVISION OF RANKING

Wrestlers in professional sumo are assigned a rank according to thei rdivision ,they are then
designated as a member of the east or west side. The latter determines which dressing room , and
therefore which side of the ring they will enter everyday they compete.The highest ranks ,in
descending order ,are yokozuna(grand champion),ozeki(champion),and sekiwake(junior champion).
Yokozuna is the only permanent ranking sumo.

While such men cannot bed emoted due to a mediocre performance ,they are expected to retire if
they are not able to uphold the demanding standards of their position.

GAME PARTICIPATORS

Futa Bayama
Taiho
Kitanoumi
Akebono
Takanohana

INTERNATIONALIZATION
Sumos popularity was further enhanced by the late Emperor Showa,an ardent fan of the sport.
Beginning with the May 1955 tournament, the emperor made a custom of attending one day of each
tournament the l din Tokyo, where he watched the competition from a special section of VIP seats.
This has been continued by other members of Japans imperial household. Said to be anenthusiastic
sumo fan,four-year old Princess Aiko attended a sumo tournament for the first time in 2006 with her
parents Crown Prince Naruhito and Crown Princess Masako.

Since 1960s, young wrestlers from the United States, Canada, China, South Korea, Mongolia,
Argentina, Brazil Tonga, Russia, Georgia, Bulgaria, Estonia, and elsewhere have come to Japan to
take up the sport, thus how it got international game.

Sources : ( IV )

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CHAPTER | 03
INVESTIGATION_
3.1_ INTRODUCTION

At present, Jobbar-er-bolikhela still takes place at the same place named Laldighir Maidan
where its been taking place when the country got its independence after the liberation war in 1971.

Previously during the early 20th century, the game used to get organized by the masters who used
to bet money on their boli(player) and used to get the financial benefits by bidding on the
winning boli .

But, now the game has become so popular around Chittagong that many sponsors come forward and
finance the game by investing a huge amount of money. Private mobile operator company
Banglalink has been sponsoring the whole event since last seven consecutive years.
With the passing year its 107th years of history is increasing its value through public demand and it
has become a glorious proud for the Chittagong people.

To get the primary data and authentication, an investigation has to be done. This would be done by
field survey, survey questionnaire, people opinion and what they have to say about bolikhela, and
an interview of such person who is related to the game.

3.2_ METHOD OF INVESTIGATION

Internet browsing
Field survey [ Chittagong ]
Survey based on the opinion of local people [70%]
Survey based on the opinion of the people from outer districts [ Dhaka,(30%)]
Interview : Abdul Jobbar Smriti Kusti Protijogita O Baishakhi Mela Committee

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3.3_ EXISTING CONDITION ( 2016 )

The 107th historic festival in 2016 was held in the port city Chittagong and was organized by
Abdul Jobbar Smriti Kusti Protijogita O Baishakhi Mela Committee got fabulous response from
the thousands of supporters on its first day.

More than 25 to 30 thousand spectators from all segments of society gathered to enjoy this
traditional and prestigious wrestling tournament. The programme was inaugurated and the winners
received prizes from the chief guest Eng. Mosharof Hossain (MP), Housing and Public Works
Minister. Also some prestigious personalities were present at the ceremony as the distinguished
special guests like Md Abdul Jalil Mondol, BPM, Police Commissioner, Chittagong Metropolitan
Police, Shawkat Anwar Badol, General Secretary, Soumen Mitra, Regional Director, Chittagong,
Banglalink and Sharfuddin Ahmed Chowdhury, Head of PR & Communication of Banglalink.

Famous professional player Didar Boli from Coxs Bazar was crowned again as the champion and
Ali Boli from Brahmanbaria was the runners-up this year.
Soumen Mitra, Regional Director, Chittagong, Banglalink said in his speech

Jobbar-er Boli Khela is one of the numerous events that prove Banglalinks continuous efforts to be
in line with local culture and heritage. This is going to be Seventh year Banglalink has sponsored this
event. Banglalinks association with this event for the past six years has added more hype and
mileage to this event. Today Boli Khela is one of the oldest traditions especially in the Chittagong
region.

Sources : ( I II )

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3.4_ CHRONOLOGICAL HISTORY ( TIMELINE 2005-2016 )

Since the year of 2005, within these 12 years jobbar- er-bolikhela has spread its popularity not just
among to the local people, but to the outer people as well.

In the year of 2005, it was 1st published in the English journal paper The Daily Star. Gradually,
people became interested when they got to know about such an age old tradition of 100 years and
above history of port city.

Then in the year of 2010, 2012, 2013, and 2015 it became a new article for the The New Age
which published the current journals of that year jobbar-er-bolikhela.

This year when the 107th bolikhela was held, it was broadcast by The New Nation, The New
Age and The Daily Star . So, the people are gradually getting aware about this traditional game
of Chittagong.

Previously, the masters used to invest money and sponsor the whole game. But, since last 6 years the
automobile company Bangla link is been sponsoring the whole event due to the increasing
popularity of this game.
Around 103 participators, Didar Boli has got the winning crown since last 6 years repeatedly.

In 2016, He took just 15 seconds to overpower his rival Habibur Rahman of Narayanganjs
Araihazar in the traditional wrestling competition. Its the first time Habibur was able to enter the
finale. The tactics and mettle he showed in the game as always wowed the spectators of the
competition that drew thousands of people from various parts in the country.

Earlier in 2010, Didar was banned from

participating in the event as he and another wrestler
Marma Sing Tripura had shared the championship
several times. But he was allowed to take part in the
event last year and kept himself unbeaten.

The champion and the runner-up were given Tk

15,000 and Tk 10,000 respectively as prize money
with trophies while the winners of the general bout got Tk 500 with crests each, organisers
said.Abdul Jabbar Smriti Kusti Pratijogita O Baishakhi Mela Udjapan Parishad Committee organised
the 105th show of the three-day Baishakhi Mela.

Chittagong City Corporation Mayor Manjur Alam was present at the event as the chief guest while
agricultural development and media personality Channel-I Director and Head of News Shaikh Siraj
inaugurated it.

A total 103 wrestlers of different ages from different parts of the country including Comilla,
Brahmanbaria, Coxs Bazar and coastal areas of Chittagong, took part in the competition.

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3.5_ INTERVIEW

Local People ( Chittagong )

Most of the people gave their perception about the event and said its been a traditional promising
game since the generations of a family of 107 years. Most of them, who are around (40-70) of age
they have witnessed the popularity of the game within their previous generation. And now their
children have still interest about the event of jobbar-er-bolikhela. Still keep awaited for the
upcoming event to be taken place. But, after a generation gap and the youngsters doesnt have that
much of time and interest to attend the event.

Outer People ( Dhaka )

Most of the people who dont belong to Chittagong have given their statements. Most of them are
aware of the jobbar-er-bolikhela even though most of them have never been there but they have
heard about its popularity, the game which takes place from their previous generation or from the
journals, some of them have seen it to television and some of them have been there physically.

A person who currently lives in Dhaka, but belong to Chittagong they have stated that still they
pick time from their busy schedule to go to the event and sometimes they get to watch it through the
live telecast on television.

Abdul Jobbar Smriti Kusti Protijogita O Baishakhi Mela Committee

This committee has been formed after the death of the founder Late Abdul Jabbar to keep the
tradition alive.
According to the authority, jobbar-er-bolikhela has been spread recently but not that much to the
outside of Chittagong. But since last 12 years though its been published to the journals of
Newspapers, and sponsored by Banglink since last 6 years, it has brought a new source of
introducing this tradition out of Chittagong. They said still this tradition is alive because of public
demand not for professional purpose. It has become a culture to the people who has been enjoying
it since long ago. All class of people get together during this event. Especially middle age people
and children are the majority rather than the youngsters.
According to them, this tradition should be known to the outer people of the city and country as
well. They want a source and media to spread it out and co-operation of government to help them to
promote such historical glory.

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3.6_ FINDINGS FROM SURVEY

Percentages of peoples opinion of introducing Bolikhela outside of Chittagong :

Survey Findings (People)

80%
71%
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10% 20%
9%
0%

Want it to get
introduced Dont want it
outside to get
Never heard
introduced
about it
outside

After the field survey of questionnaire, among 100 people of Local people and Outer people the
report outcome _

Approx. 71% of people want Jobbar-er-bolikhela to get introduced and promoted outside
of Chittagong .
Approx. 09% of people dont think it has that much of potential for being promoted outside.
Approx. 20% of people have never heard about it.

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Whats the majority age group of people :

Survey Findings (People)

35%
35%
30%
25%
25% 25%
20%
15%
10% 15%

5%
0%
Teenage
Youngster
Middle age
Old age

After the field survey of questionnaire, among 100 of people which age group of people often comes
to attend bolikhela and the report outcome _
Age Group :
Teenage : 05-17
Youngsters : 18-35
Middle age : 36-55
Old : 56+
Approx. 25% of people are of teenage group.
Approx. 25% of people are youngsters.
Approx. 35% of people are middle age.
Approx. 15% of people are of old age group.

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Percentages of people who annually attend Bolikhela from outer districts :

Survey Findings (People)

30% 21%

25%

20%

15% 9%
10%

5%

0%

Come to attend
Don't come

After the field survey of questionnaire, among 30% people out 100%, of outer people comes
annually only just to attend bolikhela and the report outcome _

Approx. 9% of people come to attend bolikhela annually

Approx. 21% of people dont come to attend bolikhelaannually

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Percentage of people who considers Bolikhela as a great source of social interaction :

Survey findings (People)

Never heard about it

No

Yes

0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%

After the field survey of questionnaire, among 100 people of Local people and Outer people what
percentage of people considers it as a great source of social interaction and the report outcome _

Approx. 98% of people consider it as a great source of social interaction.

Approx. 1% of people dont.
Approx. 1% of people dont know about it.

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Is the popularity increasing or decreasing :

80%

70% 69%

60%

50%

40%

30% 31%

20%

10%

0%
Increasing Decreasing

After the field survey of questionnaire, among 100 people of Local people and Outer people what
percentage of people says its popularity is increasing and decreasing and the report outcome _
Approx.69% of people has to say, the popularity is increasing.
Approx. 31% of people say the popularity is decreasing.

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Percentage of people who thinks its a great source of entertainment :

Survey findings (People)

Yes

No

0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2

After the field survey of questionnaire, among 100 people of Local people and Outer people what
percentage of people says its a great source of entertainment and the report outcome _

Approx. 97% of people agree that its a great source of entertainment.

Approx. 03% of people dont agree that its a great source of entertainment.

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CHAPTER | 04
CRITICAL ANALYSIS_
4.1_ INTRODUCTION
From the critical analysis some major data about Jobbar-er-bolikhela has been found.
Jobbar-er-bolekhela includes the Qualitative datas

Social Values

- As a great source of
entertainment
- Great source of social
interaction
Traditional Values - Breaking down the
generation gaps

- It has become like a

tradition to the local
people
- Every year people
Cultural Values eagerly awaits for this
- It has become like a game for having
district culture if newer experience
Jobbar-er-bolikhela than previous
is named, then it
ultimately refers to
the game culture of
Chittagong. - Day by day the popularity
is increasing of the game
because of its gaming
process and the suspense
Game Values creates even more
excitement to the
audience
- Its a type of hand
wrestling which also got
internationalization
(sumo)
- It has that potential to go
international according to
the survey data of people

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Source : Questionnaire Survey
When it was asked to the people, how jobbar-er-bolikhela has been recognized among them,
most of them have answered that they heard it from their previous generation and went there
along with them.
In order to public demand its being held to keep the culture alive even after the death of the
founder through the Abdul Jobbar Smriti Kusti Protijogita O Baishakhi Mela Committee
Most of them go there for entertainment and social interaction.
Since last 6 years its been sponsored by the auto mobile company Banglalink .
All age group of people get together during this event. Especially middle age people and
children are the majority rather than the youngsters.
People from all class go to attend jobbar-er-bolikhela, but the middle class people are the
majority.
The committee gets help from the political parties for annual development.
Since last 12 years its been published to the journals of Newspapers, The Daily star, The New
Age, The New Nation which help it to get introduced to the outer people.
Previously it used to be organized by the masters who used to bid money for their bolis, now
its been sponsored by the big company holders.
Most of the people want it to get introduced to outside of Chittagong.
Majority of people consider it have that potential to get promoted as national district game, and
should get introduced internationally.
4.2_ FINDINGS
When it was asked to people whether Jobbar-er-bolikhela is a great source of entertainment or
not, there arises about 97% people who agree that its a great source of entertainment.
Around 98% of people find it as a great source of social interaction.
Approx. 9% of people outside of Dhaka, come annually to attend Jobbar-er-bolikhela.
Around 71% of people want jobbar-er-bolikhela to get introduced even outside of Chittagong .
When it was analyzed, the result shows middle age (35%) people go to attend it most rather than
other age groups.

Survey findings (People)

97% 98%
100%
80%
60% 71%
40%
20% 35%
9%
0%
Source of
entertainment Source of social Outer people
interaction
come annually Want it to get
introduce Majority age
outside group of people
( Middle age)

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CONCLUSION_
Jobba-er-bolikhela has become a social, traditional, cultural phenomena at Chittagong.

People go there to enjoy the game with whole family. People keep waiting for this game to take
place, for a whole year. People get chance to get together and get chances to interact each other.
When people goes there for bolikhela they get chance to buy goods and other house hold stuffs,
toys, musical instruments, sweets etc. from the boishakhi mela.
It has a great economical and professional value where people can earn money by bidding on the
bolis and the professional bolis get a satisfactory amount and medals ( gold/silver ) by winning
the game.

5.1_ RECOMMANDATION
As the game is developing with the passing years, the popularity and potentiality should be
increased even higher.
It should be introduced in the school athletics and in other annual sports so that it can be
practiced and get familiar to the people.
Professional trainers should be there to train up the bolis so that they can know the rules of
other countries wrestling.
Like Banglalink, more big companies should come forward to sponsor the event.
More Newspaper agencies should come forward to publish journals and spread it to the outer
people of the districts even outside of the country through their websites.
Government should come forward for the development and utilize such age old tradition of the
country as a great source to represent our history beside of the other countries. So that the game
can be promoted outside and can get the internationalization.

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_ APPENDIX
(i) Bolikhela - Wrestling
(ii) Chaitrya Shonkranti Day before Bangla new year ( End of Bangla month chaitray )
(iii) Boishakh - First month of Bangla year
(iv) Molla juddho Fighting game with stick
(v) Kusti Wrestling
(vi) Dhol Musical instrument ( Drum )
(vii) Sanai - Musical instrument ( Flute )

Sources :
(I) thedailynewnation.com/news/51483/jobbar-er-boli--khela-2015.html
(II) trends.newagebd.net/.../106th-jobbar-er-boli-khela-and-baishakhi-mela-
(III) Chattra gram-er etihash proshongo by Abdul Hauque Chowdhury
(IV) web-japan.org Kids Web Japan Virtual Culture Sumo

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A field survey was done on 22nd -24th July 2016, Friday. Through a questionnaire among the Local
People and the outer people of Chittagong to get a ratio of the perception of the people to evaluate
Jobbar-er-bolikhela

Based on :
Local people of Chittagong [ 70% ]
Outer people [ 30% ] _
People of Chittagong who currently lives in outer district (Dhaka)
People of outer district (Dhaka)

1. Have you ever heard about Jobbarr Er- Bolikhela ?

Yes No Probably
2. Have you ever been to Jobbarr Er- Bolikhela ?

Yes No Hardly
3. Do you think it can be a great source of entertainment ?

Yes No Probably
4. Would you prefer to enjoy Jobbarr Er- Bolikhela along with your family ?

Yes No Of Course
5. Do you consider Jobbarr Er- Bolikhela as one of the age old tradition of Chittagong ?

Yes No Dont Know

6. Do you think this game has that potential comparing to the other International games?

Yes No Merely
7. Does it bring any kind of psychological impact to the audience while the game is on ?

Yes No Its just a game

8. Do you think it is still holding its historical, cultural, traditional value ?

Yes No Moderately
9. Would you like to have this game as International game ?

Yes No Of Course
10. Which class of people often comes to enjoy the game ?

High Middle Lower All class

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 11. What kind of impact does it bring to the society ?

Social Financial Physical Mental

12. Does it being organized every year in public demand ?

Yes No Not exactly

13. Day by day what you think the popularity of the game is ______

Increasing Decreasing Balanced by the situation

14. Does people come from other districts, to attend Boli khela ?

Yes No Hardly
15. Majority of People comes for ?

Entertainment Bidding Profession

16. Should it get promoted to the International level ?

Yes No Dont think so

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