Bangladesh HC celebrates Victory Day

Bangladesh High Commission celebrated the 52nd Victory Day at the Chancery premises recently.

The celebration commenced with the ceremonial hoisting of the National Flag by High Commissioner Tareq Md Ariful Islam. It was followed by observing one-minute silence, placing floral wreath at the portrait of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, offering special prayers, reading out of the messages of the President, Prime Minister, Foreign Minister and State Minister for Foreign Affairs, screening documentary and an open discussion session.

Among the community members, WFP Country Director Abdur Rahim Siddique and SACEP Director General Rokeya Khatun took part in the discussion. They recalled with gratitude the supreme sacrifice of the martyrs of the liberation war and highlighted the development journey of Bangladesh.

The High Commissioner paid homage to the martyrs, valiant freedom fighters, war-heroines and all others who contributed to the war of liberation. He also paid tribute to the Father of the Nation and reflected on his life and works. He spoke about the development strides of Bangladesh under the leadership of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. He called upon all to take a fresh vow to work for the betterment of the country and imbue the younger generation with the spirit of independence.

Highlight of the evening was a cultural programme that featured patriotic songs, dance and recitation of poems performed by family members of the High Commission officials and members of the Bangladesh community. The programme ended with cutting of cake and a dinner where traditional Bangladesh cuisine was served.

The Victory Day celebration was attended by Bangladesh expatriate community members and mission officials and their families and a number of Sri Lankan and foreign dignitaries.

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