State Minister calls for inspiring younger generation with Nazrul’s philosophy
Gazipur Correspondent
State Minister for Cultural Affairs Ali Newaz Mahmud Khaiyam has called for disseminating National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam’s ideals of non-communalism, equality, humanity, patriotism, and liberation among the new generation.
The state minister made the call while addressing a special discussion meeting and prize distribution ceremony organized at the Bangladesh Open University hallroom on Monday noon to mark "Nazrul Year 2026" as the chief guest.
"Kazi Nazrul Islam is not merely a poet of rebellion; he is the eternal poet of equality, humanity, non-communalism, love, and freedom," the state minister remarked. "His literature, music, and life philosophy have awakened and inspired Bengali consciousness through the ages.
He noted that under the initiative of the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, year-long programs are being implemented across the country to observe Nazrul Year 2026..
Following the discussion, the state minister handed over prizes to the winners of poetry recitation, music, and dance competitions.
Presided over by Bangladesh Open University Vice-Chancellor Prof Dr. Mohammad Siddiqur Rahman, the program was attended by Ministry of Liberation War Affairs Joint Secretary and Nazrul researcher Md. Jehad Uddin as a special guest. Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Academic) Prof Dr. Anisur Rahman, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Administration) Prof Dr. Sirajul Islam, and Treasurer Prof Dr. Shaikh Rofiqul Islam were also present, alongside faculty members and students.
