Prime Minister Tarique Rahman announced that the government is working to build a state where all citizens, regardless of religion or ethnicity, can live safely. He emphasized that the government’s concern extends beyond human security to ensuring that no animal becomes a victim of violence. The statement was made on Thursday afternoon at the Secretariat in Dhaka during the inauguration of the Nazrul Year celebrations.

The event marked the official launch of Nazrul Year, declared in honor of the 127th birth anniversary of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam. The government has designated the period from May 25, 2026, to May 25, 2027, as Nazrul Year. The initiative was first announced on May 25 in Trishal, Mymensingh, during the poet’s birth anniversary program.

The inauguration underscores the government’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and cultural heritage while highlighting Nazrul’s enduring influence as a source of inspiration for future generations.