“I’m broken by the news of Sheikh Mujib’s death. He was a great leader. His extraordinary heroism has been a source of inspiration for the people of Asia and Africa.”
Indira Gandhi, former prime minister of India
“I have not seen the Himalayas. But I have seen Sheikh Mujib. In personality and in courage, this man is the Himalayas.”
Fidel Castro, former prime minister of Cuba
“As long as Padma, Meghna, Gouri, Jamuna flows on, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, your accomplishment will also live on.”
Annada Shankar Ray, Bengali Poet and Essayist
“The speciality of Mujib’s character was his uncompromising fighting leadership with a generous heart.”
Yasser Arafat, former chairman of the Palestine Liberation Organization and Nobel Peace Prize winner
“To have removed such brave & brilliant leadership through violence and cowardice is a heinous crime. Despite this, Bangladesh is making Bangabandhu's dreams a reality under the leadership of his daughter.”
John Kerry, former secretary of state, USA
