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Bangladesh-India Friendship Society
Indian High Commission in Dhaka in association with Bangladesh-India Friendship Society will celebrate the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambaedkar, an Indian jurist, economist, politician and social reformer tomorrow. On the occasion, a discussion will be held at 5 pm at CIRDAP International Auditorium at Topkhana Road in the city on the day. Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs HT Imam, Member of Law Commission Prof Dr. Shah Alam and Indian High Commissioner Harsh Vardhan Shringla will take part in the discussion on Dr Ambaedkar, the first law minister and the principal architect of the constitution of India. This will be followed by screening of a documentary titled ‘Dr. Babasaheb Ambaedkar’. Dr Ambaedkar, popularly known as Babasaheb, inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement and campaigned against social discrimination against “untouchables” (Dalits). He also supported the rights of women and labourers.
Rajanigandha Protibandhi Unnayan Sangstha
A seminar organised by Rajanigandha Protibandhi Unnayan Sangstha (RPUS) in association with Community Based Mental Health Project was held on Wednesday in the seminar room of Rajshahi City Corporation. In the programme the speakers said that Optimum treatment and necessary healthcare facilities towards the mentally sick people is very vital to facilitate them to get back their normal life. They viewed collective effort is urgently needed as all the mental diseases excepting the schizophrenia are curable and so social awareness alongside positive attitude to the patients is very vital for their early recovery from mental sickness. Action on Disability and Development (ADD), a UK-based development agency, and Christian Blind Mission (CBM) financially supported the programme. Mayor-in-Charge of RCC Nizam-Ul Azim addressed the meeting as chief guest while Sheikh Asaduzzaman Chowdhury, Executive Director of RPUS presided over the seminar.
Bangladesh-India Friendship Society
Indian High Commission in Dhaka in association with Bangladesh-India Friendship Society will celebrate the 125th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambaedkar, an Indian jurist, economist, politician and social reformer tomorrow. On the occasion, a discussion will be held at 5 pm at CIRDAP International Auditorium at Topkhana Road in the city on the day. Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs HT Imam, Member of Law Commission Prof Dr. Shah Alam and Indian High Commissioner Harsh Vardhan Shringla will take part in the discussion on Dr Ambaedkar, the first law minister and the principal architect of the constitution of India. This will be followed by screening of a documentary titled ‘Dr. Babasaheb Ambaedkar’. Dr Ambaedkar, popularly known as Babasaheb, inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement and campaigned against social discrimination against “untouchables” (Dalits). He also supported the rights of women and labourers.
Rajanigandha Protibandhi Unnayan Sangstha
A seminar organised by Rajanigandha Protibandhi Unnayan Sangstha (RPUS) in association with Community Based Mental Health Project was held on Wednesday in the seminar room of Rajshahi City Corporation. In the programme the speakers said that Optimum treatment and necessary healthcare facilities towards the mentally sick people is very vital to facilitate them to get back their normal life. They viewed collective effort is urgently needed as all the mental diseases excepting the schizophrenia are curable and so social awareness alongside positive attitude to the patients is very vital for their early recovery from mental sickness. Action on Disability and Development (ADD), a UK-based development agency, and Christian Blind Mission (CBM) financially supported the programme. Mayor-in-Charge of RCC Nizam-Ul Azim addressed the meeting as chief guest while Sheikh Asaduzzaman Chowdhury, Executive Director of RPUS presided over the seminar.