Poland’s Śląsko-Dąbrowski Bridge lit up in Bangladesh colours

The Embassy of Bangladesh in Poland celebrated Victory Day 2024 with due solemnity. The day began with the hoisting of the national flag by Mr. Kazi Muntasir Murshed, Minister and Charge d’Affaires, in the presence of embassy officials and staff.

The program continued with recitations from holy scriptures, followed by the reading of messages from the Honorable 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.

During a discussion session, speakers paid tribute to the sacrifices of the freedom fighters and the countless mothers and sisters of the Liberation War. Mr. Muntasir Murshed emphasized preserving the spirit of Victory Day for future generations, urging expatriates to instill cultural values in their children and contribute to the nation’s economy by sending remittances through official channels.

In collaboration with the Warsaw City Corporation and the Department of City and Road Authority, the Śląsko-Dąbrowski Bridge was illuminated in the colors of Bangladesh’s flag from 7 PM to midnight on December 16, 2024. Attendees later visited the bridge following a prayer session.

The program concluded with a moment of silence to honor the martyrs of the Liberation War and a traditional dinner for all guests.