, Feb. 20 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Friday said democratic values, people's rights and equality were the core spirit of Ekushey, adding that the government is committed to consolidating the country's democratic progress.

In a message marking Shaheed Day and International Mother Language Day-2026, to be observed tomorrow, he also called for collective efforts to uphold and protect the dignity of languages worldwide.

"The establishment of democratic values, people's rights and equality was the core spirit of Ekushey. Upholding this spirit, democracy has now been restored in the country after a long struggle. The present government is committed to consolidating this democratic progress," the Prime Minister said.

On the occasion ...