President Abdul Hamid has urged youths to visit the national museum to learn about the nation’s roots by witnessing symbols of the country’s history and tradition spanning over a thousand years.
“I believe the young generation will find their roots by acquiring knowledge through observing the thousands years old country’s history and traditions, as well as the history of Bangalis, Bangladesh and the Liberation War at the museum,” he said.
The president said this while addressing a ceremony marking the 100 anniversary of the National Museum at its auditorium in the capital on Monday, reports UNB.
He said the role of the national museum is undeniable in projecting the country’s culture across the world by making a bridge between the world and Bengali culture.
“I expect the National Museum will go ahead by keeping pace with the world culture for facing the challenges of the 21st century alongside preserving local cultural heritage,” he said.
Cultural Affairs Secretary Dr Ranjit Kumar Biswas, Chairman of Bangladesh National Museum Board of Trustees M Azizur Rahan and Bangladesh National Museum Director General Prakash Chandra Das spoke at the occasion with Cultural Affairs Minister Abul Kalam Azad in the chair.
Later, President Abdul Hamid unveiled commemorative coin, note and stamps marking the 100-year celebration of the museum.
