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BSA observes Ekushey

Discussion, recitation, music and dance at Shilpakaia

Cultural Correspondent
Bangladesh Shilpakaia Academy held a discussion and cultural programme to observe the International Mother Language Day at the National Theatre Stage. Bhuiyan Shafiqul Islam, director general of BSA. presided over the event. Dr. Syed Anwar Hossain, Professor, History Department, Dhaka University was the featured discussant.
Dr. Hossain's speech shed light on background of the Language Movement, which according to the scholar had
its root in the Hindi-Urdu conflict that surfaced in prepartition subcontinent. Though it was the language of only six percent of total population of Pakistan, Urdu was made the national language as it was considered the lingua franca of the South Asian Muslims. Hossain rejected the idea of imposing religious identity through a language by calling it an “illogical political exploitation."
In the context that several languages are dying, Hossain spoke on the signifi-cance of International Mother Language Day. a
contribution of the Bengalis, to preserve and cherish every language that exists in the world. He also demanded necessary steps to ensure a standard version of Bangla to be used every where in the country.
In his speech, Bhuiyan Shafiqul Islam said, “Some of those who acted against our independence movement are now claiming to be Language Movement veterans. We should be aware of their intentions to misuse the spirit of Language Movement which led the nation towards a sovereign Bangladesh.”
The cultural programme started with a chorus of the celebrated song -- considered the anthem of Ekushey -- “Amar bhai-er roktey rangano Ekushey February,” by the artistes of BSA. The artistes also performed the ever-popular Abdul Latif song, "Ora amar mukher bhasha kaira nitey chaye.”
Next was a group recitation of the poem, nmi-o
amar hobo.” Noted Gano Sangeet artiste Fakir Alamgir entertained the audience with another Abdul Latif number, “Amar moto shukhi bhobey keu tho noi" — a song that scorns the zom-bie-like imitation of western trends.
Artistes Laila Afroz and Kazi Arif recited poems at the event. Popular singer T^jnj^v (^^wdhury's performance of the soHg'")antey
cheona kon shey bedonatey” was highly appreciated by the audience. The song was written by Kabir Bakul and composed by Ali Akbar Rupu. The programme also included performances by several prominent and promising artistes of the country. A group recitation of “Bornomala” by Genesis Theatre wrapped up the event.