Rajbari:State Minister for Cultural Affairs Ali Newaz Mahmud Khaiyam inaugurated a Writers' Club in Rajbari district, aiming to foster literary activities and encourage the practice of the Bengali language.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the inauguration event took place on the third floor of Millennium Market in the district town, where the state minister emphasized the rich literary and artistic heritage of the Bengali language and culture. He highlighted the uniqueness of the Bengali language, stating that few languages in the world possess such richness.
The minister expressed his hope for the club's success, noting that the Bengali language has achieved its current status by overcoming numerous challenges. He stressed the need to practice the language at all levels, from early childhood education to higher academics, governance, and everyday public life.
The event was presided over by Professor Salam Tasir and included addresses from several notable figures, including Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy Director Md Saifur Rahman, former District Education Officer Aziza Khanam, former joint convener of Rajbari district BNP Gazi Ahsan Habib, Rajbari district JASAS President Kazi Mizanur Rahman Palash, and writer Chowdhury Ehsan Karim.
Speakers at the event expressed optimism that the Rajbari Writers' Club would enhance communication and cooperation among local writers, literary figures, and literature enthusiasts, while also creating new opportunities for literary endeavors in the district.