Magura:Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury has urged the younger generation to actively participate in sports and practice indigenous culture to contribute to nation-building while upholding the spirit of National Revolution and Solidarity Day.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the minister made these remarks during the final match and prize distribution ceremony of an eight-team football tournament held at Naghosha in Shalikha upazila, Magura district, where he served as the chief guest.
In his address, Minister Chowdhury extended greetings on the occasion and emphasized the historical significance of November 7 in Bangladesh's history. He highlighted the pivotal role and contributions of Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, particularly as the proclaimer of independence and his contributions to nation-building, which he stated should be remembered with deep respect.
The minister underscored the importance of sports in promoting physical and mental development, discipline, leadership, and mutual harmony among young people. He also stressed the need to expand sports and cultural activities at the grassroots level under the leadership of Prime Minister Tarique Rahman to foster a healthy, creative, and humane society.
The event was chaired by former Talkhari Union Parishad chairman Md Hafizur Rahman, and attended by Shalikha UNO Tanvir Hasan Chowdhury, former upazila parishad chairman Mozaffar Hossain Tuku, and Magura district BNP member Md Moniruzzaman as special guests. The gathering also included local dignitaries, political leaders, sports enthusiasts, and people from different walks of life.
Later, Minister Chowdhury inaugurated a friendly football match organized by the Shalikha Upazila Administration to commemorate the day.