Bangladeshis observe martyrs day

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Arab News
Publication Date: 
Wed, 2009-02-25 03:00

JEDDAH: Bangladeshi expatriates observed “Shaheed Dibash” (martyrs day) and International Mother Language Day 2009 at their consulate premises on Saturday. The program began with their Consul General Golam Sarwar flying the national flag at half-staff and reading out messages from the country’s president, prime minister and foreign minister.

The consul general said Feb. 21 was the turning point in the country’s history and the country’s language movement had far-reaching effects in the national life. He called on the community to uphold the dignity and positive image of the country.

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