Nazrul's death anniversary being marked

The death anniversary of national poet Kazi Nazrul Islam is being observed throughout the country, in line with the Bengali calendar.

The revolutionary poet and renowned Bengali lyricist died on Vadra 12, 1383 (August 29, 1976) at the age of 77.

Various socio-cultural and political organisations have undertaken day-long programmes to mark the occasion on Friday.

Bangla Academy, Shilpakala Academy and Nazrul Institute have chalked out separate programmes. Bangladesh Television and Radio and private TV channels will broadcast programmes portraying the rebel poet's life and works.

The day started off with Nazrul's family paying floral tribute at his grave around 5am.

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