DHAKA – Pakistani founder Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah has been remembered in Bangladesh tribute event.
World witnessed rare moments when Dhaka hosted commemoration of – Jinnah, the iconic leader who successfully campaigned for an independent country and became its first leader.
Marking the 76th anniversary of Jinnah’s demise, the event featured Urdu songs and poetry in Dhaka.
Nawab Salimullah Academy organised ceremony at Tofazzal Hossain Manik Miah Hall at Dhaka’s National Press Club. It was reported that Pakistani high commissioner to Bangladesh was expected to be the chief guest, but he could not attend. Deputy High Commissioner Kamran Dhangal was present.
Several notables including Prof Dr. Mostafizur Rahman presented key notes on Jinnah’s life at the event.
The academy’s president, Muhammad Abdul Jabbar, and journalist Mostafa Kamal Mojumder also participated. Urdu poetry was recited by poet Jafarul Haq Jafar, while two Pakistani students studying in Bangladesh performed Urdu songs.
Bangladeshi leaders mentioned that if Dhaka had not joined Pakistan in 1947, it would have faced the same fate as Kashmir, with Indian forces oppressing them. He also commended Jinnah for creation of Pakistan, which he believed paved the way for Bangladesh’s eventual independence.
Samsuddin also questioned the renaming of places like Allama Iqbal Hall and Jinnah Avenue, attributing these changes to external influence from India. He also emphasised Bangladesh should strengthen ties with China and Pakistan.
Bengali intelects also commended Jinnah’s leadership, asserting that Pakistan—and by extension, Bangladesh—wouldn’t exist without him. Jinnah was remembered as father of nation, urging Bangladesh to maintain its bond with Pakistan.
Deputy High Commissioner Kamran Dhangal also showered praise on Jinnah’s leadership of the Muslim League.
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