Dhaka, Feb. 22 -- The Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi observed International Mother Language Day on Friday with a series of events to honor the occasion.

The day began with Acting High Commissioner Md Nurul Islam hoisting the national flag at the High Commission's premises, followed by a wreath-laying ceremony at the Shaheed Minar, a monument dedicated to the language martyrs.

In the morning, two documentaries were screened, and statements from Chief Advisor Dr. Muhammad Yunus and Foreign Advisor Touhid Hossain were read aloud to emphasize the day's importance.

The evening featured a cultural programme attended by officials from India's Ministry of External Affairs and diplomats from various foreign missions.

During his speech...