Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Friday called upon all concerned to work collectively to uphold and protect the dignity of languages worldwide. The Head of the Government said the present government remains firmly committed to consolidating and advancing this democratic journey. “We honour the Language Martyrs, the heroes of 1971, the brave souls of the 2024 mass uprising, and all who have sacrificed for democracy in our nation's glorious history,” he stated. The core ideals of Ekushey were the establishment of democratic values, the protection of people’s rights, and the affirmation of equality. Praying for the eternal peace of all language martyrs, the prime minister wished every success to the programs undertaken in observance of Martyrs' Day and International Mother Language Day.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 20, 2026 13:00 UTC