B.Mirror Desk: ‘Shokher Polli’ in Santahar, Bogura, transformed into a vibrant gathering place, united by the bonds of humanity, harmony, and social responsibility. The Hirajhil Convention Center buzzed with the presence of over 300 members of ‘Bashundhara Shubhoshangho’ who arrived from 16 districts across the Rajshahi and Rangpur divisions. The atmosphere was festive, marked by the meeting of familiar and new faces, the exchange of experiences, and a shared commitment to working for the welfare of humanity.
Guided by the slogan “Moving Forward with Humanity,” the Rajshahi and Rangpur divisional conference of Bashundhara Shubhoshangho was held on Wednesday, October 21, in Santahar, located in the Adamdighi Upazila of Bogura. More than 300 members from 16 districts across the two divisions participated in the day-long event. The conference was organized with the objective of fostering human values, awakening a sense of social responsibility, and pledging support for the helpless and underprivileged.
The chief guest at the event was Imdadul Haq Milan—an ‘Ekushey Padak’ winning author, head of Bashundhara Shubhoshangho, and advisor to the Bashundhara Group.
Moderated by Bashundhara Shubhoshangho Director Zakaria Zaman, the event featured a welcome address by Shamim Al Mamun, Senior Vice-President of the organization’s central committee. Also present were Md. Sadekul Islam, President of the central committee; Engineer Nazrul Islam—a valiant freedom fighter, advisor to Bashundhara Shubhoshangho, and proprietor of ‘Shokher Polli’; and senior journalist from Bogura, Limon Bashar.
During the conference, 65 organizers selected from various districts across the Rajshahi and Rangpur divisions were honored with ‘Best Organizer’ awards and certificates in recognition of their contributions to the organization’s activities and humanitarian initiatives. Additionally, senior journalist from Bogura, Limon Bashar, and veteran journalist from Santahar, Alhaj Rafiqul Islam Montu, were presented with ‘Distinguished Journalist’ awards for their significant contributions to the field of journalism. The chief guest, Imdadul Haq Milan, personally handed the awards to the recipients. In his address as the chief guest, Imdadul Haq Milan stated that Bashundhara Shuvosangho is not merely a social organization; it represents a firm commitment to standing by those in need. He urged the organization’s members to come forward to assist the helpless, the underprivileged, and those in distress. Furthermore, he emphasized the need to play a role in shaping the youth into responsible citizens grounded in humanitarian values. He called for spreading this dedication to serving humanity to every corner of the country.
Speakers at the conference noted that there is no alternative to supporting one another in the pursuit of a humane society. Bashundhara Shuvosangho is working tirelessly—not only to improve the lives of the helpless and underprivileged but also to foster social awareness and engage the youth in positive endeavors. They expressed a firm resolve to further expand the organization’s humanitarian and public-welfare initiatives to the grassroots level across the country.