Bangladesh Embassy in Italy Observes National Revolution and Solidarity Day with Due Respect

The day’s programme began at 11:00am local time at the Embassy premises. The first phase of the event commenced with the hoisting of the national flag and the playing of the national anthem.

During the ceremony, official messages from the President and the Prime Minister were read out to mark the significance of the day.

A discussion meeting was later held, moderated by Asif Anam Siddiqui, First Secretary (Labour and Welfare) at the Bangladesh Embassy in Italy.

Among those who addressed the gathering were Shahadat Hossain, Head of Italia Janata Exchange; Tayfur Rahman Choton, former elected President of Italy BNP; Animur Rahman Salam, former Acting President of Italy BNP; and former Vice-President Syed Moinul Alam, along with other community leaders.

A documentary highlighting the significance and historical background of 7 November was screened during the programme.

Leaders and activists from Italy BNP, Jubo Dal, Metropolitan BNP, and various affiliated organisations, along with members of the Bangladeshi expatriate community, also shared their views on the importance of the historic day.

The event was attended by journalists from print, online, and electronic media, as well as distinguished members of the Bangladeshi community living in Italy.

During the discussion, Al Amin, Economic Counsellor at the Embassy, highlighted the historical significance of National Revolution and Solidarity Day and its role in Bangladesh’s political history.

Meanwhile, Marjuk Russell, Head of Chancery, read out the official messages from the President and the Prime Minister.

Speakers at the event paid deep tribute to Shaheed President Ziaur Rahman, recalling his contributions to Bangladesh’s Liberation War, national sovereignty, democracy, and state-building efforts. Special prayers were offered seeking eternal peace for his departed soul and for the continued progress, peace, and prosperity of Bangladesh.