Ekushey
February 21 is a glorious day to us and is observed as the International Mother Language Day. Now the day is not only observed, but also it is celebrated with great significance throughout the world. But to achieve this day, we had to move gradually. In 1948, the then West Pakistani rulers declared that Urdu would be the state language of Pakistan. But the people of East Pakistan strongly reacted to the unilateral decision. On 21 February in 1952, many students brought out a procession to get their demand fulfilled. Suddenly, police fired on this procession and some valiant students were killed. Since then, 21st February is observed as a "Shaheed Dibas".
Afterwards, on NOVEMBER 17,1999 UNESCO declared it as the International Mother Language Day.
We have to uphold the dignity of our language. That is the best way to pay homage to the Martyrs of 1952.
For all latest news, follow The Daily Star's Google News channel.
Comments