DHAKA, May 10, 2022 (BSS) - Bangladesh Embassy in Washington DC celebrated the Mother's Day on Sunday by paying profound respect to all mothers of the world with particular mention to Bangamata Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib, wife of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, for their great contributions and sacrifice for society and the nation.

On the occasion, a discussion meeting was organised at the Bangabandhu Auditorium of the Embassy, said a press release.

Bangladesh Ambassador to the USA M Shahidul paid deep homage to Bangamata Fazilatunnesa Mujib at the discussion.

He recalled Bangamata's outstanding contributions and sacrifice for society and the nation saying, "Bangamata was the source of inspirations for Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman in the country's all democratic movements, including independence struggle."

Admiring the efforts and sacrifices of the motherkind, the ambassador also said that, "Mothers are playing an important role in building an enlightened society alongside their families by forgetting their all pains and sorrows."

Rokeya Aktar Kakoli, wife of Minister (Consulate) Brigadier General Mohammad Habibur Rahman, also took part in the discussion.

Later, a documentary on the life and works of Bangamata was screened.