Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will present the country's highest civilian honor, the Ekushey Padak 2026, to distinguished citizens at a ceremony in Dhaka. The event is scheduled for Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Osmani Memorial Auditorium. Cabinet members, senior military and civil officials, and invited dignitaries are expected to attend the ceremony.

The Ekushey Padak recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions in various important sectors of national life. It is one of the most prestigious state awards in Bangladesh, symbolizing national pride and recognition of excellence.

After the award ceremony, the Prime Minister will inaugurate the annual Amar Ekushey Book Fair, the country's largest cultural gathering, at the Bangla Academy and Suhrawardy Udyan premises later in the afternoon.