The University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh (ULAB) organised a day-long cultural festival and discussion titled “Cosmologies of Confluence” on April 18 at its campus, celebrating South Asian culture.

The State Minister of the Ministry of Primary and Mass Education, Bobby Hajjaj, MP, attended the event as the chief guest. In his remarks, he emphasised that such initiatives play a significant role in strengthening mutual understanding and harmony by honouring cultural diversity. The Vice-Chancellor of ULAB, Prof. Shamsad Mortuza, PhD, delivered the welcome address, stating that integrating education and culture through such initiatives helps nurture a global outlook and human values in the new generation. The conceptual background and objectives of the event were presented by Prof. Kaiser Haq, PhD. At the end of the inaugural session, the Pro Vice-Chancellor of ULAB, Prof. Jude William R Genilo, PhD, extended a vote of thanks to all attendees.

During the main discussion session, Ghanshyam Bhandari, Ambassador of the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal, along with diplomats from various countries, shared their reflections on the significance of the event. Renowned singer-songwriter and writer Moushumi Bhowmik was also present at the session.

Special guests at the event included UNESCO Bangladesh Representative Dr Susan Vize; Chief of Chakma Circle Raja Devasish Roy; Country Director of The Hunger Project Prashanta Tripura; and researcher and writer Pavel Partha.