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Amar Ekushey Book Fair opens its doors

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  • Update Time : 11:19:28 pm, Saturday, 1 February 2025
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Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Saturday emphasised the enduring spirit of Amar Ekushey in inspiring the July uprising to build a ‘New Bangladesh.’

Speaking at the inaugural session of the Amar Ekushey Book Fair, he said that the sacrifices of language martyrs fueled the mass movement, which ultimately led to the fall of a 16-year autocratic regime on August 5, 2024.

Yunus paid tribute to the students, workers, and masses who played a pivotal role in the uprising, calling it a turning point for national unity and renewal.

He said that this year’s book fair, themed ‘The July Uprising: Rebuilding a New Bangladesh,’ reflected this transformative movement.

The chief adviser said that Ekushey represented identity, struggle, and resilience, guiding the nation towards rebuilding its economic, political, and institutional foundations.

He praised the youth for their unwavering commitment to change, symbolised through murals on street walls, now recognised as historical documents.

‘Our young men and women, along with teenagers, expressed their dreams, aspirations, and demands on street walls with great determination. These walls have now become historical records,’ he said.

He praised the book fair organisers for showcasing these murals at the fair’s entrance, adding that the event, organised by Bangla Academy, has become a vital part of national life.

Highlighting the contributions of Bangladeshi expatriates and workers, he said that they are making remarkable achievements worldwide.

‘We want to remember them all on Ekushey. They celebrate Ekushey while honouring their country and introduce their children as part of our family,’ Prof Yunus said.

The month-long book fair will remain open from 3:00pm to 9:00pm on weekdays and 11:00am to 9:00pm on holidays, except for February 8 and 15.

This year, 708 publishers are taking part, with 99 stalls at Bangla Academy and 609 at Suhrawardy Udyan, up from 642 participants last year.

The fair features 37 pavilions—one at Bangla Academy and 36 at Suhrawardy Udyan.

A dedicated section for little magazines has been set up near the Muktamancha at Suhrawardy Udyan, accommodating around 130 stalls.

Amar Ekushey Book Fair opens its doors

Update Time : 11:19:28 pm, Saturday, 1 February 2025

Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus on Saturday emphasised the enduring spirit of Amar Ekushey in inspiring the July uprising to build a ‘New Bangladesh.’

Speaking at the inaugural session of the Amar Ekushey Book Fair, he said that the sacrifices of language martyrs fueled the mass movement, which ultimately led to the fall of a 16-year autocratic regime on August 5, 2024.

Yunus paid tribute to the students, workers, and masses who played a pivotal role in the uprising, calling it a turning point for national unity and renewal.

He said that this year’s book fair, themed ‘The July Uprising: Rebuilding a New Bangladesh,’ reflected this transformative movement.

The chief adviser said that Ekushey represented identity, struggle, and resilience, guiding the nation towards rebuilding its economic, political, and institutional foundations.

He praised the youth for their unwavering commitment to change, symbolised through murals on street walls, now recognised as historical documents.

‘Our young men and women, along with teenagers, expressed their dreams, aspirations, and demands on street walls with great determination. These walls have now become historical records,’ he said.

He praised the book fair organisers for showcasing these murals at the fair’s entrance, adding that the event, organised by Bangla Academy, has become a vital part of national life.

Highlighting the contributions of Bangladeshi expatriates and workers, he said that they are making remarkable achievements worldwide.

‘We want to remember them all on Ekushey. They celebrate Ekushey while honouring their country and introduce their children as part of our family,’ Prof Yunus said.

The month-long book fair will remain open from 3:00pm to 9:00pm on weekdays and 11:00am to 9:00pm on holidays, except for February 8 and 15.

This year, 708 publishers are taking part, with 99 stalls at Bangla Academy and 609 at Suhrawardy Udyan, up from 642 participants last year.

The fair features 37 pavilions—one at Bangla Academy and 36 at Suhrawardy Udyan.

A dedicated section for little magazines has been set up near the Muktamancha at Suhrawardy Udyan, accommodating around 130 stalls.