NETRAKONA Nov 13, 2023 (BSS) -The 75th birth anniversary of popular writer,
film maker and playwright Dr Humayun Ahmed was observed here, his birth
place, today recalling his immense contribution in the field of literature.

Different socio-cultural and literary organizations including Himu Patak Adda
chalked out various programs marking the birth anniversary of Dr Humayun
Ahmed. The programs were included placing of floral wreaths on his portrait,
bringing out of colorful rallies, holding of discussions, cultural functions
and offering of special prayers.

As part of the programs, a rally was brought out in the district town in the
morning from Satpai river bank area here under the auspices of the Himu Patak
Adda (a literary and cultural organization of the district). It was ended at
the local Muktarpara ground after parading main roads of the town.

Renowned writer Professor Jatin Sarkar formally inaugurated and led the rally
which was participated by people from all walks of life including a large
number of Himu Patak Adda activists, local writers, poets and civil society
members.

A birthday cake cutting ceremony was held at Netrakona Mukta Moncha on local
Muktarpara ground.

Superintendent of Police (SP) Netrakona Mohammad Foyaz Ahmed formally
inaugurated the cake cutting ceremony.

A discussion meeting was also held at the Netrakona Mukta Moncha under the
auspices of the Himu Pathok Adda,

Chaired by chief advisor of the Himu Pattak Adda journalist Alpana Begum, the
discussion was, addressed, among others, by SP Netrakona Foyaz Ahmed,
additional deputy commissioner (ICT) Bipin Chandra Biswash, member secretary
of Netrakona district Press club and valiant freedom fighter Advocate Habibur
Rahman and senior journalist and writer Shymolendu Paul.

The Speakers paid rich tributes to the memories of the legendary writer
Humayun Ahmed and highlighted his literary works and his immense
contributions to the field of literature.

A musical soiree based on popular songs was held at Netrakona Shilpakala
academy by the Himu Patak Adda in the evening.

Similar programs including bringing out rally and discussions were held at
Shaheed Smrity Bidya Pit, a school which was established by Dr Humayun Ahmed
near his paternal house at village Kutubpur under Kendua upazila of the
district.