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RAJBARI, July 4, 2026 (BSS) – A three-day colourful programme marking the year of the literary creations of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam concluded here today.

Aimed at introducing Nazrul's literature, music and cultural philosophy to the younger generation, the district administration and the District Shilpakala Academy jointly organised the celebrations that began on July 2.

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman inaugurated the nationwide observance of Nazrul year (2026-2027) on the day through a video conference.

Following the inauguration, group songs, solo performances and recitations were presented by local artistes at the conference room of the Deputy Commissioner's Office, according to the District Shilpakala Academy.

On Friday, daylong competitions on dance, recitation, essay writing, debate and extempore speech, alongside various Nazrul-themed cultural contests, were held at the District Shilpakala Academy.

In the afternoon, cultural performances and competitions staged by different cultural organisations at Azadi Maidan in Rajbari town drew an enthusiastic response from spectators.

Among others, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Afroza Parveen, Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Tariful Hasan, Rajbari BNP Joint Convener Gazi Ahsan Habib and Vice-President of the Rajbari Red Crescent Society Monjurul Alam Dulal attended the programmes along with government officials and representatives of political, cultural and social organisations.

On the concluding day today, a brief discussion on Nazrul's life, literary works and contributions was held at the District Shilpakala Academy. Prizes were later distributed among winners of different competitions.

Organisers said such programmes help promote Nazrul's non-communal spirit, humanism and unique contributions to literature and culture among the younger generation.