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the newly appointed commander-in-chief of the Bangladesh Defence Forces, took the salute from a guard of honour, followed by an inspection.

The acting president raised the red, green, and yellow national flag amid thunderous applause. It was hoisted as the leaders and others present sang Amar Sonar Bangla in unison.

Baidyanath Tala was later renamed Mujibnagar.

On April 10, 1971, the Mujibnagar government was formed to lead the Liberation War and formally declare Bangladesh’s independence. Members of the National and Provincial Assemblies who were in India also constituted a constituent assembly.

The Proclamation of Independence was also made on this day. It served as the Constitution of Bangladesh from March 26, 1971, to December 16, 1972.