Poet Abdul Hai Shikder, editor of the Daily Jugantor and chairman of Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS), said everyone must set aside all differences, regardless of party or opinion, and come together to build the country in the national interest and for the welfare of its people. National unity, he said, is one of the main foundations for building a prosperous, stable and promising Bangladesh.
He was speaking as chief guest on Monday at a discussion held at the auditorium of Bangladesh Islami University (BIU) to mark the historic National Revolution and Solidarity Day 2026.
The discussion, titled “The importance and significance of the historic National Revolution and Solidarity Day”, was chaired by the university’s vice-chancellor, Professor Brigadier General (retd) K. M. Saljar Hossain.
In his speech, Shikder stressed putting the wider interest of the country and the nation first.
Everyone must rise above personal, political and party differences and work together for the country’s development, progress and the welfare of its people, he said.
The university’s registrar, Dr Md Sohel Al Beruni, gave the welcome address. Others who spoke included Dr Mobarak Hossain, associate professor in the DBA; Dr Abdul Mannan, associate professor and student adviser; Professor Sultan Ahmed, chairman of the DBA; Professor Sher Mohammad, chairman of the English department; and Kazi Akhtar Hossain, the university’s treasurer and a former secretary.
In his address as chair, the vice-chancellor spoke about the day’s historic importance and significance and called on people to carry the spirit of unity, solidarity and patriotism into national life.
Teachers, officials and others from the university attended the discussion.
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