Abrar Hussain of DOT
The entire nation is celebrating Victory Day or Mohan Bijoy Dibosh today, marking 47 years since the Pakistani occupational forces signed the surrender terms concluding nine months of war and bloodshed that led to the emergence of Bangladesh.
Several elaborate programs have been planned for the day by different socio-cultural organizations and educational institutes to pay homage to the brave martyrs who paid for this land with their blood. Meanwhile, President Abdul Hamid, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and other politicians issued separate statements to mark the day. Just like previous years’ celebrations, a grand parade by the armed forces is planned at the National Parade Square at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar.
People from all walks of life will also place wreaths at the national memorial in honor of the Freedom Fighters. The National flag will be hoisted atop all government and private buildings.
Several government buildings, roads, lampposts and other public places in all cities throughout the country have been illuminated and decorated with flags, festoons and lights.
National dailies and contributors have published special supplements and articles marking the day while both state-owned and private televisions and radios are scheduled to broadcast special programs.
Special prayers will be offered in mosques, temples, churches, pagodas and other places of worship throughout the country seeking divine blessings for the peace and progress of the country.