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Bhikitia · The open encyclopedia

A world of knowledge.
A place for every perspective.

Explore people, places, ideas, and discoveries. Bhikitia is an independent, multilingual encyclopedia connecting local knowledge with a global readership.

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Knowledge for curious minds

Founded in Bangladesh.
Building for a global community.

Explore BhikitiaEnglish editionবাংলা · Bengali editionOur projects

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Ideas that opened up knowledge

Jimmy Wales is an American internet entrepreneur best known as a co-founder of Wikipedia. Explore his story and the ideas behind one of the world’s most widely read reference projects.

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Culture in focus

A voice beyond borders

Discover the life and work of Kazi Nazrul Islam, the poet known for his enduring place in Bengali literature and culture.

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Our purpose

Local roots. Global curiosity.

Bhikitia began in Bangladesh in October 2024 with a simple ambition: make knowledge more accessible. Today, its English and Bengali editions offer a home for learning across cultures, languages, and disciplines.

Our direction is international. We aim to connect overlooked stories and regional expertise with readers everywhere, while carrying forward the Bengali edition that shaped our beginnings.

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Knowledge grows through participation

01 · Explore

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02 · Contribute

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03 · Improve

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Good reference work develops through scrutiny. If you spot an error or missing context, help us improve the record.

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We welcome conversations with educators, cultural institutions, technology partners, and supporters who share an interest in accessible knowledge and broader representation.

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