In collaboration with the Warsaw City Corporation and the Department of City and Road Authority, the Śląsko-Dąbrowski Bridge in Poland was illuminated in the red and green colours of Bangladesh’s flag from 7pm to midnight on December 16, its Victory Day.
The Embassy of Bangladesh in Poland celebrated Victory Day 2024 with due solemnity.
The day began with the hoisting of the national flag by Kazi Muntasir Murshed, charge d'affaires, in the presence of embassy officials and staff.
The program continued with recitations from holy scriptures, followed by a reading of messages from the president, chief adviser and foreign affairs adviser of Bangladesh.
Guests, including expatriate Bangladeshis and Polish dignitaries, enjoyed a documentary showcasing the significance of the day, the embassy said.
During a discussion session, speakers paid tribute to the sacrifices of the freedom fighters and the countless mothers and sisters of the Liberation War.
Muntasir Murshed emphasized preserving the spirit of Victory Day for future generations, urging expatriates to instil cultural values in their children and contribute to the nation's economy by sending remittances through official channels.
Attendees later visited the bridge following a prayer session.
The program concluded with a moment of silence to honour the martyrs of the Liberation War and a traditional dinner for all guests.
