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DHAKA, Dec 16, 2020 (BSS) – The country today celebrated the 50th Victory Day recalling moments that had marked emergence of Dhaka as the free capital of independent Bangladesh with occupation Pakistani troops’ unconditional surrender.
The ceremonial 31 gun salutes heralded the day as troops fired artillery shots from the National Parade Square while President M Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina paid rich tributes to Liberation War Martyrs.
Military secretaries to the President and the Premier placed wreaths on their behalf at the National Memorial at suburban Savar in the early morning ceremony while the COVID 19 prevented their physical presence at the scene.
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DHAKA, Dec 11, 2020 (BSS) – Awami League and its associate bodies today brought out jubilant processions and distributed sweets in the capital congratulating Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina as the long-cherished Padma Bridge became fully visible with the installation of its last span on Thursday.
Leaders and workers of the party and associate bodies also held brief rallies. In the rallies, the speakers said Padma Bridge has become visible defying all conspiracies and obstacles.
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina took the bold decision of constructing the bridge with the domestic funds. Now Bangladesh stands with head held high as the 6.15 kilometer bridge over mighty river Padma has become visible completely.