Nazrul Year was observed across Bangladesh on Monday to introduce National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam’s life, work, literature and humanist ideals to younger generations. Programmes included rallies, discussion meetings, cultural events and education institution-based competitions in districts including Jamalpur, Rangpur, Barishal, Naogaon, Shariatpur and Gopalganj.

In Madarganj of Jamalpur, students joined a gathering at the upazila premises before an opening and cultural programme at Kharka Hall Room, organized by the upazila administration. In Taraganj, Rangpur, the upazila administration inaugurated an institution-based cultural competition at the upazila auditorium. In Bakerganj, Barishal, a colourful rally travelled through major roads of the municipal town before a discussion meeting and performances of Nazrul’s songs.

Sapahar in Naogaon opened a competition at the upazila parishad hall room, while Bhedarganj in Shariatpur launched its observance with a discussion featuring a keynote paper by lecturer Ashraful Alam. In Kotalipara, Gopalganj, local officials, teachers and a journalist addressed an opening programme at the upazila parishad auditorium.