Dhaka: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman today paid tributes, wishes, and congratulations to all mothers around the world, including his mother, former prime minister Begum Khaleda Zia, on the occasion of Mother’s Day.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, in a Facebook post, Tarique Rahman extended his heartfelt greetings and congratulations to all mothers in Bangladesh and globally. He wished them continued happiness, peace, and prosperity. Rahman highlighted his mother’s life of continuous struggle, sacrifice, relentless hard work, compassion, and genuine love for the people, contributing to the democratic development of the state and the building of a progressive society.
He emphasized Khaleda Zia’s leadership in expanding women’s education during BNP’s time in power, noting initiatives to prevent girls from dropping out of school. Rahman paid his deepest tribute to his mother, dubbing her as a beacon of women’s education, the ‘Mother of the Nation’, and a national leader.
Tarique Rahman remarked that Mother’s Day is an international day of respect, celebrated for the importance and contribution of mothers in society and family. He stated that although children love their mothers every day, Mother’s Day provides an opportunity to express this love individually. He further reflected on the role of a mother as a critical institution within the family, shaping the future of children through her education and guidance.
Rahman highlighted the influence of a mother’s company in awakening a child’s excellence and true human nature, emphasizing the global recognition and unique dimension Mother’s Day has achieved. He expressed his expectation that mothers will be able to raise their children as worthy and good citizens, guiding them on the right path for a brighter future for the nation.
Mother’s Day, celebrated on the second Sunday of May each year, is recognized globally, including in countries like Bangladesh, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Russia, and Germany. The history of Mother’s Day traces back to the Middle Ages and gained modern recognition in the United States through the efforts of Anna Jarvis, who inspired a national acknowledgment by the US Congress in 1914.
Social and cultural organizations in Bangladesh and worldwide have undertaken various programs to honor mothers, emphasizing the significance of the day. Mother’s Day is now celebrated with dignity in over a hundred countries, marking a special occasion to respect mothers at all levels, from the family to the state.