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Shobar Agey Bangladesh Foundation, a pro-BNP social and cultural organisation, has announced to hold its scheduled Swadhinata Concert at four venues simultaneously on April 12, instead of the previously planned date of April 11, in order to support protests against the mass killings and severe human rights violations in the Gaza Strip. Shahiduddin Chowdhury Annie, president of the organisation and a joint secretary general of the BNP, came up with the announcement. "Swadhinata Concert of Shobar Agey Bangladesh was initially scheduled for April 11, not only in Dhaka but also in Chattogram, Khulna, and Bogura. But we will all unite this Friday to participate in a procession protesting the heinous and barbaric genocide in the Gaza Strip. So, we have decided to reschedule the concert to April 12," said Annie while speaking to reporters after a meeting with Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) Commissioner. Annie said the concert will now take place simultaneously across four divisional cities, including Dhaka, on Saturday (April 12). 'Swadhinata Concert' to be held in 4 divisional cities on Apr 11 He said Shobar Agey Bangladesh Foundation strongly condemned and protested the ongoing genocide and brutal attacks in Gaza and Rafah, Palestine, by Israeli occupying forces. Annie also expressed the organisation’s full solidarity with the global protests against the atrocities in Gaza, calling for an end to the genocide in Palestine. “As Shobar Agey Bangladesh has demonstrated its protest against the genocide in Palestine by deferring its programme, we will continue our protest language through our concerts on Saturday,” he said. Annie said Bangladeshi artists will perform at the concerts, showcasing local songs and culture. “Regional songs will also be featured. We prioritise the interests of Bangladesh, which is why the Bangladesh Foundation is organising this event above all else.” Earlier, a delegation from Shobar Agey Bangladesh, led by Annie, met DMP Commissioner Sheikh Md Sajjad Ali at his office, seeking the law enforcement’s full cooperation to ensure the smooth organisation of the concert. Shakira cancels her concert in Lima after being hospitalized On March 27, Shobar Agey Bangladesh Foundation announced it would hold the 'Swadhinata Concert' on April 11 in four divisional cities, including Dhaka, from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm. This organisation had previously organised the "Bijoy Concert" at Manik Mia Avenue in Dhaka last December to commemorate Victory Day.

“Shobar Agey Bangladesh Foundation” will host the 'Swadhinata Concert' on April 11 across four divisional cities, including Dhaka.  The foundation’s president, Shahid Uddin Chowdhury Annie, who is also BNP's joint secretary general, announced this at a press conference at Uday Tower, Gulshan on Thursday. He said, “Independence Day was yesterday… Ramadan is ongoing. The programme by 'Shobar Agey Bangladesh Foundation' will be held on April 11 after Eid, under the name 'Swadhinata Concert' simultaneously at four venues: Manik Mia Avenue in Dhaka, MA Aziz Stadium in Chattogram, Khulna Stadium, and Bogura. We are currently considering two venues for Bogura: Altafunnessa Playground and Azizul Haque College Ground, and will decide which one to choose today.” Star-studded ‘Shobar Agey Bangladesh’ concert draws massive crowd at Manik Mia Avenue “We have designed the programme to highlight Bangladeshi songs, heritage, and culture. For smooth execution, we seek cooperation from journalists, media, social media activists, the administration, law enforcement, city corporations, and all stakeholders,” Annie added. The concert will run from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Last December, in preparation for Victory Day, the foundation organised the 'Bijoy Concert' at Manik Mia Avenue. The Dhaka concert will feature James, Feedback, Shironaamhin, Power Surge, Affic, Aftermath, Pritom, Zephyr, Porshi, Ferdous Wahid, Mila, Agun, Haider Hossain, Animesh Roy, Sohan Ali, Abrar Shahriar, Mahtim Shakib, Selim Chowdhury, Aleya Begum, and Mifta Zaman. In Chattogram, performances will include Miles, Souls, Ark, Lalon, Ashes, Subconscious, Bay of Bengal, Teerondaj, Metrical, Kiran Das, Natai, Emran, Konal, Chishti Baul, Tasnim Anika, Salma, Raihan, Shuvro, Moushumi, Ethun Babu, and Ritu Raj. Bogura’s lineup will feature Artcell, Avoid Rafa, Different Touch, Mizan, MNB, Vikings, Bagdhara, Hridoy Khan, Baby Nazneen, Khurshid Alam, Konokchapa, Alam Ara Minu, Komia, Yamik, Luipa, KZ Rabbi, Muttaki Hasib, Rajib, and Mahin. Neha Kakkar faces backlash for arriving late at Melbourne Concert, Breaks down on stage The Khulna concert will include Warfaze, Arbovirus, Shonar Bangla Circus, Carnival, Bangla Five, Kagul, Kure Ghor, Biborton, Asif Akbar, Balam, Tahsan Khan, Munir Khan, Kona, Nasir, Joy Shahriar, Tuntun Babul, Rukhsar Rahman, Liza, and Palash. Regional songs, poetry recitations, and comedy will also be featured. Annie reiterated, “There is a cultural aggression against Bangladesh… We are resisting this and ensuring that Indian and Pakistani songs do not dominate our culture.” He emphasized the foundation’s broader mission, stating, “We envision a bright future for Bangladesh, engaging the younger generation in upholding our heritage and history.” He further noted, “BNP’s Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has been instrumental in the foundation’s creation and its initiatives, including this concert.”