Dhaka:National Revolution and Solidarity Day was observed across Bangladesh in a befitting manner, commemorating the historic day of November 7, 1975.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, President Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir and Prime Minister Tarique Rahman paid glowing tributes to Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and Deshnetri Begum Khaleda Zia at Zia Udyan in the capital's Sher-e-Bangla Nagar. The government, political parties, and socio-cultural organizations organized elaborate programs to highlight the historical significance of the day, which was marked as a public holiday.
The national flag was hoisted atop government, semi-government, autonomous, private buildings, and educational institutions across the country and at Bangladesh missions abroad. Major thoroughfares and road islands were decorated with colorful festoons and banners portraying photographs connected with the historic event that changed the country's political course.
The ruling BNP organized a large gathering in Nayapaltan, Dhaka, which turned into a human sea as city streets echoed with slogans signifying the philosophy of Bangladeshi nationalism. Prime Minister and BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman led a grand procession from Nayapaltan to Manik Miah Avenue, accompanied by central party leaders. Various processions converged on Nayapaltan, carrying flags, banners, and placards bearing photographs of key political figures.
Prior to the procession, a brief rally was held in front of the BNP central office, where Tarique Rahman addressed the gathering and inaugurated the procession. BNP acting Secretary General Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi and members of the party's standing committee also spoke at the event.
Floral tributes were paid at the mausoleum of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman and Deshnetri Begum Khaleda Zia, with people from all walks of life participating. BNP leaders, acting Secretary General Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, and affiliated organizations placed wreaths and offered prayers.
The day was observed in different districts with rallies, cultural programs, award ceremonies, and special prayers. The Dhaka Elevated Expressway was toll-free for six hours, and discussions, children's competitions, and special broadcasts were part of the day's program. Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy and the Armed Forces organized cultural and display events, while special prayers were held across various places of worship. Improved diets were served at hospitals, prisons, orphanages, and institutions for vagrants. All children's parks were open free of charge, and educational institutions held special discussions and competitions. Documentary films were screened, and football matches took place at district and upazila levels.