Bangladesh mission in New Delhi celebrates 163rd birth anniv of poet Rabindranath Tagore
Diplomatic Correspondent
Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi celebrated 163rd birth anniversary of legendary Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore on Monday (13 May).
At the outset of the event, High Commissioner Md. Mustafizur Rahman welcomed the guests.
In his remarks, the High Commissioner said that poet Rabindranath Tagore was a versatile genius who contributed immensely to our literature, art, music, education, culture and social reform.
He further added that Tagore was a prominent voice against colonisation and always advocated for a more inclusive and egalitarian society which even continues today to inspire people around the world generation after generation.
Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi celebrated 163rd birth anniversary of legendary Bengali poet Rabindranath Tagore on Monday (13 May).
At the outset of the event, High Commissioner Md. Mustafizur Rahman welcomed the guests.
In his remarks, the High Commissioner said that poet Rabindranath Tagore was a versatile genius who contributed immensely to our literature, art, music, education, culture and social reform.
He further added that Tagore was a prominent voice against colonisation and always advocated for a more inclusive and egalitarian society which even continues today to inspire people around the world generation after generation.
He also expressed gratitude to the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman for adopting Rabindranath Tagore’s “Amar Sonar Bangla” as the national anthem of Bangladesh.
As a part of the celebration, the High Commission organised a solo musical rendition by the renowned Rabindra Sangeet singer Rezwana Choudhury Bannya at the Bangabandhu Hall of the High Commission.
With a soulful voice, astounding proficiency and undying passion, Bannya’s performance captivated the audience. Bannya has recently received Padma Shri Award from the Government of India. A sumptuous dinner with Bangladeshi delicacies was served after the cultural evening. High officials from the host government, members of civil society, journalists and members of Bengali Community attended the programme.
