Dhaka: Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury stated that upholding the true history and empowering the people will form the foundation for building a prosperous Bangladesh. He made this statement as the chief guest at a discussion and cultural program organized by the Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy on the occasion of the Independence and National Day.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the minister emphasized the importance of presenting the true history of the Great Independence to the new generation. He remarked, “A nation gains the strength to move forward only by upholding the true history.” During the event held at the National Theatre Hall of the Academy, the minister paid tribute to all the martyrs who sacrificed their lives from the Language Movement of 1952 to the 1971 Liberation War.
He highlighted the critical moment in 1971 when Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman declared independence from Kalurghat Radio Station, initiating the people’s war. The minister stressed the need to protect t
he true history from distortion and to accurately present everyone’s contribution.
Referring to the current economic and administrative situation, the minister acknowledged, “We are weaving new dreams from a devastated condition.” He assured that the government is determined to overcome challenges faced in the economy and in the banking and insurance sectors. He noted that the true sovereignty of the state rests in the hands of the people, exercised through their voting rights.
“We did not come to power to fail; rather, we want to transform the country completely by taking on all current challenges,” he asserted. Looking ahead, the minister expressed a goal to present Bangladesh’s potential to the world with pride, emphasizing the development of skilled human resources and the maximum utilization of natural resources as key factors for the nation’s prosperity.
Nitai Roy Chowdhury reiterated his commitment to cultural heritage, asserting that culture is the soul of a nation. He pledged to revive the country
‘s cultural identity, from rural folk traditions to contemporary artistic practices, aiming for a cultural renaissance that will introduce Bangladesh proudly to the world.
Following his speech, the minister attended the cultural performances organized by the Academy. The event was attended by Cultural Affairs Secretary Md. Mofidur Rahman, Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Professor Dr. A. B. M. Obaidul Islam, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy Director General Sheikh Rezauddin Ahmed, government officials, and distinguished artists.