Naogaon: Local Government, Rural Development (LGRD) and Cooperatives Minister Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir today expressed concerns about a frustrated group’s intention to keep society unstable. “I do not want to mention any specific party or individual. Our politics is not clean or healthy. Time and again, people have fought for change, given their lives, tried to bring change, but unfortunately, change has not come,” he stated.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Mirza Fakhrul made these remarks as the chief guest at a discussion meeting organized by the district administration at Rabindra Kachari Bari in Patisar, Atrai, Naogaon. The event marked the 165th birth anniversary of poet Rabindranath Tagore. He emphasized the importance of remembering the Liberation War of 1971, noting, “We must remember first and foremost that our identity and our essence is that we are Bangladeshi.” He reminded the audience that independence and democracy were hard-fought achievements.
The minister highlighted past struggles, including the “July War,” which led to a new election and a hopeful new government. He criticized former fascist leaders for their destructive actions, saying, “They looted and took the money abroad. They plundered the banks. They destroyed the administration.”
Addressing current challenges, Mirza Fakhrul mentioned efforts to divert recent changes in the country and stressed the need for stability. He also shared Rabindranath Tagore’s contributions to agriculture and his influence beyond literature, noting Tagore’s global impact through works like “Gitanjali.”
The meeting was chaired by Rajshahi Divisional Commissioner Dr. A N M Bazlur Rashid, with speeches from various dignitaries including Land Minister Mizanur Rahman Minu and State Minister for Cultural Affairs Ali Newaz Mahmud Khaiyam. Other attendees included former Ambassador M Mushfiqul Fazal Ansarey and several MPs.
The event concluded with cultural performances, including recitations, Tagore songs, and dances, attracting thousands of visitors and Rabindra enthusiasts to Patisar, a place rich with Tagore’s legacy.
Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha