Nation salutes war heroes on Independence Day

Nation salutes war heroes on Independence Day

  

Dhaka, Bangladesh (MLB) - a nation of independence and observe the 42th National Day on Monday with a fresh promise of a secular, democratic and prosperous Bangladesh to build.As the days went by, people from all walks of life began to move Liberation War memorials throughout the country to honor those who laid down their lives for the liberation of the country.Hundreds of thousands of people from all walks of life in the National Memorial at Savar converged since early morning, with gratitude to the sacrifices of the martyrs, was also a new lift to the spirit of Liberation War to maintain and build a prosperous and happy secular Bangladesh.They also shouted cheerfully password to intensify the campaign to accelerate the ongoing process of war criminals of 1971 to get rid of the stigma of the name of the nation last 41 years.This year's celebration of Independence Day was a larger size, when the government gives grants to some 110 residents and organizations for their outstanding contributions to the 1971 Liberation War.Celebrating the day began with 31 gun salute at dawn in the capital Dhaka.Zillur Rahman Mohammad President and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina led the nation pays tribute to the Liberation War martyrs by placing wreaths at National Mausoleum at Savar in the morning.The president was the first to lay a wreath at the memorial altar. Prime Minister behind him.After placing wreaths, stood in solemn silence for some time as a sign of deep respect for the memory of martyrs of World War II liberation in 1971.Bugle plays the last post, and turned out contingent of Army intelligence, Navy and Air Force presented greetings on the occasion.Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, along with the leaders of Bangladesh Awami League also placed wreaths at the monument on behalf of his party.Speaker Abdul Hamid, Chief Justice, members of governments, parliamentarians, senior officials of the ruling party, chiefs of security services, diplomats, civilian and military officials and freedom fighters were present at this event.Leader of the Opposition Khaleda Zia, accompanied by senior leaders of her party, laid wreaths at the monument honoring the martyrs.Bangladesh foreign friends also paid respect to the war martyrs in the morning.The Prime Minister joined the demonstration children and young people at Bangabandhu National Stadium tomorrow.In the evening the President held a reception for wounded freedom fighters and dignitaries, noted citizens and diplomats in Bangabhaban in Dhaka. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, was also present.The day was a holiday. The national flag was hoisted on top of public buildings, offices, corporate, banks, department stores and head of residence indicate day.Better food served in hospitals, prisons, orphanages and homes Ranger, Muktijoddha Kendra and other charitable organizations.Security is enhanced across the country, particularly in the capital city and suburbs.The occasion was organized many cultural programs. The historic March 7 speech Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and patriotic songs were played in public places throughout the capital.Bangladesh Betar and the Government of Bangladesh Television and private TV channels broadcast special programs and newspapers brought special accessories to emphasize the importance of this day.Special prayers were offered in religious centers across the country for the last resting place of martyrs and seek God's blessings for the prosperity of the country.The president, prime minister and opposition leader gave separate messages on the eve of the day.The country's independence was formally declared on this day in 1971 unarmed Bengalis leading a war against the Pakistani occupation forces, the worst genocide in history fateful evening, 25th Launched in March without any warning.After nine months of the war with the largest offering of three million people and the modesty of two lakh women loved the Bengali people's independence 16th December 1971.