Report - International Mother Language Day Observed

International Mother Language Day Observed

Hasan Mahmud, Mymensingh, 22 February: Yesterday the International Mother Language Day was observed with due solemnity in Bangladesh. The day was also celebrated with festivities all over the world. The day was a public holiday in Bangladesh.

In keeping with the age old tradition the people of the country brought out processions in different cities and towns carrying flowers, different posters and banners. They joined the processions bare-footed singing the historical song "Amar Bhaier Rakte Rangano Ekushey February, Ami Ki Bhulite Pari?"

In this way they went to the Central Shahid Minar and other Shahid Minars all over the country and offered flowers to the altars. The day reminded us of the supreme sacrifice of the Language Movement's martyrs who laid down their lives to maintain the honour of our mother tongue 'Bangla'.

Bangladesh Television telecast live programme from 12 am. National dailies brought out special supplements and private television channels aired special programmes on the occasion.

Shilpakala Academy, Jatiya Press Club, Bulbul Lalitakala Academy, Liberation War Museum, Bangladesh National Museum and other socio-cultural organisations organise cultural functions on the occasion.