Historic March 7 observed in Colombo
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Historic March 7 observed in Colombo

Historic March 7 observed in Colombo


The Bangladesh High Commission in Colombo has commemorated the historic March 7 speech of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

High Commissioner Tareq Md Ariful Islam ceremonially hoisted the national flag at the chancery Monday.

The high commission officials then placed a floral wreath at the portrait of Bangabandhu and offered special prayers for him, his martyred family members and the continued prosperity of Bangladesh.

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The messages of the president and the prime minister were also read out.

Historic March 7 observed in Colombo

A discussion followed where the speakers highlighted the significance of the March 7 speech in the history of independent Bangladesh.

The high commissioner highlighted different aspects of the speech and stressed the need for internalising its spirit. He also called for drawing inspiration from the speech to make Bangabandhu's dream of "Sonar Bangla" a reality.

The high commission officials also joined the live-streamed national programme in Bangladesh graced by Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as the chief guest.

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