Dhaka, March 7 -- This year, the government awarded the Ekushey Padak 2025 - the country's second-highest civilian award - to 14 eminent citizens and the Bangladesh Women's National Football Team on February 20, in recognition of their contributions to their respective fields. Among these luminaries, the only standout artist representing the country's art sphere was the pioneering Bangladeshi artist and art maestro Professor Rokeya Sultana, who received this honor in the 'Painting' category.

In a candid interview with Dhaka Courier ahead of this year's International Women's Day 2025, which will be celebrated globally on Saturday, March 8, under the theme "Accelerate Action," the artist shared her journey and inspiration leading her to th...