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Many Melodies, One Platform
For several weeks we, the Bangladeshis are pretty disenchanted with repeated news of assassinations and red alerts for probable terrorist attacks. In this doomed, suffocating situation, the Star Weekend's spotlight article titled Many Melodies, One Platform (published on November 13, 2015) on Bangladesh Music Week really gave me space to breathe. After reading the article, I really appreciated the skills and integrity of the organizers for coming up with such an enchanting initiative for the Dhakaites. The recently held folk fest was also a remarkable display of our commitment to spread the message of cultural harmony and peace. Thanks a lot Star Weekend for telling the story of Bangladesh Music Week as a spotlight article.
Aslam Murad
Kafrul, Dhaka

A Conversation with Meera Sanyal
The interview of renowned banker and emerging politician Meera Sanyal was a very resourceful piece in the last issue of the Star Weekend (published on November 13 , 2015). Bangladesh and Indian politics have many common adverse characteristics. However, winning all these obstacles, the unstoppable journey of Meera Sanyal really inspired me. Her party, the famous Aam Admy Pary (AAP) has also revived the culture of progressiveness and harmony in Indian politics. I wish all the best for this inspirational figure. I hope she will be an example for the new generation of political leaders who really want to work for their people with honesty and integrity.
Sarah Farzana
Bhaluka, Mymensingh

Respect for Talent
This is referred to the write-up titled "Respect for Talent" published in the Star Weekend on November 8, 2015. I found the article really impressive. It is a very good initiative aimed to ensure the rights of the unprivileged, talented students. Usually we see some foreign charity organisations do these kinds of activities in Bangladesh or some local NGOs take such initiatives with the help of foreign donations. However, it is very hopeful that like this initiative, nowadays, Bangladeshi corporate houses, banks and even many solvent people are coming forward to take part in these kinds of exemplary social works with their own resources. In fact, the best way to contribute to the society is to take step to ensure quality education for all children. Following the footstep of this initiative, corporate houses, social organisations and every solvent people, whatever their capacity is, should start their own initiative to spread the light of education in our society.
Md Zillur Rahman
Kalapara, Patuakhali