POBNEWS24, Dhaka, Mar 7, 2022 : Today, the people of Bengal want liberation, the people of Bengal want to live, the people of Bengal want their rights.
March 7 has become an unforgettable day in the hearts of Bengalis as a reminder of the landmark speech of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. Today the whole country will hear the sound of his full voice.
Of course, since last evening, the immortal saying was being heard in the neighborhoods and villages of the city, ‘When I have given blood, I will give more blood. I will release the people of this country, God willing. ‘
Today is a unique day in the history of the Bengali nation’s freedom struggle and liberation war. On this day in 1971, millions of Bengalis gathered at Suhrawardy Udyan (then Racecourse Maidan) ignoring the fear of shooting and death. The speech of Vajrakantha in front of that sea of people has become a part of the world heritage, not only of the people of Bangladesh. This speech is a source of inspiration to liberating people. That immortal speech of Bangabandhu inspires millions of people even today. Shows the way to fight against exploitation and deprivation.
This is how Bangabandhu started that day: ‘My brothers, today I have appeared before you with a sad heart. You all know and understand. ‘ Then he tactfully said the final call to break the chain of Bengali subjugation.
What was not in this speech of only 19 minutes? It had all the logistics needed to arm the unarmed Bengali nation.
In his short but energetic speech, Bangabandhu explained the 23 years of politics of Pakistan and the history of deprivation of Bengalis. Unveiled the nature of the conflict between the Bengalis and the state of Pakistan. Analyzing the background of the non-cooperation movement and announcing the detailed program, mentioning his best efforts to solve the problem in a peaceful way, he wanted to convince the people that he wanted a solution through politics. He also said, “If anyone speaks the truth, even if we are outnumbered, if there is one, we will accept his fair words.”
After describing the context of Pakistani exploitation in that unforgettable speech, Bangabandhu called for resistance and said, “Build forts in every house.” He further said, ‘I can’t control 70 million people. When we learn to die, no one can stop us. ‘
Bangabandhu even hinted that this resistance struggle would take shape in the liberation war. He said to the people who were talking, this time the struggle is for our liberation, this time the struggle is for freedom. Joy Bangla. ‘
In his speech, Bangabandhu also gave instructions to adopt guerrilla warfare tactics against the enemy and to maintain communal harmony in the face of any provocation. In a speech, 3 million Bengalis sacrificed their lives for independence and millions of mothers and sisters paid their respects. This speech of Vajrakantha during the war of liberation inspired the freedom fighters of the battlefield to fight against the enemy.
Recognition of the significance of a speech and its stimulus is now international. Bangabandhu’s Immortal Speech on March 7, 2018 was recognized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) as a World Heritage Site (World Heritage Site). More importantly, UNESCO is the first to recognize a speech that is unwritten. The speech of March 7 has been translated into many languages of the world.
After Bangabandhu’s speech on March 7, Bengalis started preparing for the war of liberation. After defeating the Pakistani aggressors in 9 months of armed struggle, independent Bangladesh took place on the world map on 16 December 1971.
Today, various programs have been taken by the government to observe the 7th of March with due dignity. Bangabandhu’s party Awami League has also taken program to celebrate the day.
An e-poster has been released on print, electronic, online and social media at the initiative of the National Committee to Celebrate the Birth Centenary of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
The Awami League’s program includes hoisting national and party flags at Bangabandhu Bhaban and party office in Dhanmondi at 8.30 am on Monday. Tribute to the portrait of Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman at Bangabandhu Bhaban premises at 8 am. A discussion meeting will be held at the party’s central office on Bangabandhu Avenue at 11:30 am. Awami League President and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina will preside over it. He will join the virtual event and give a speech.
The Awami League, its allies and fraternal organizations across the country will also carry out the program in line with the central program.
Meanwhile, on the occasion of the historic March 7, the President said. Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina have given separate statements. President. In his message, Abdul Hamid said that Bangabandhu’s historic speech on March 7 would be an eternal source of inspiration not only for Bengalis but also for freedom-loving people all over the world.
In her message, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina said the world recognition of the historic March 7 speech is a rare honor and a reminder for the Bengali nation today.
