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Bangladesh Embassy in Myanmar observed the 104th Birth Anniversary of the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and National Children's Day on Sunday (17 March) with great enthusiasm.
On this occasion, Bangladesh Ambassador to Myanmar Dr Md Monwar Hossain made a declaration to sponsor an after-school program for the underprivileged students of a local school in Myanmar which is the first ever such initiative by the Embassy.
Monwar Hossain at the outset of his remarks paid deep tribute to the Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and his martyred family members.
He also expressed his heartfelt greetings to all the children on this auspicious occasion.
Dr Monwar discussed the political principles of Bangabandhu which is peace and friendship within and among the countries of the world.
He also mentioned the firm standpoint of Bangabandhu for the oppressed people of the world.
While highlighting various qualities of Bangabandhu’s character, the Bangladesh Ambassador to Myanmar said that the Father of the Nation demonstrated courage, leadership, honesty, respect for parents, charity, sacrifice and inclusiveness in his character at an early age.
He suggested that these unique characteristics of Bangabandhu should be instilled into our new generation.
Dr Monwar highlighted different initiatives of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina for the wellbeing of children.
He mentioned that today’s children will be the smart citizens of Bangladesh by 2041 who will lead the country.
He urged all to work together to build personality, help flourishing creativity and impart human qualities in children.
Later, the Ambassador handed over the prizes and certificates to the winners and participants of the Art Competition arranged on this occasion.
At the end of the programme, Ambassador Monwar along with the children knifed a cake to celebrate the Birth Anniversary of Bangabandhu and National Children’s Day.
Program of the day also included hoisting of the national flag, placing of a floral wreath at the portrait of the Father of the Nation, screening of a documentary and discussion meeting.
Members of the Bangladesh community in Myanmar, representatives of UN agencies, Bangladeshi business entrepreneurs and officials of the Embassy attended the program.
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