Cultural program in The New York on the birth anniversary of the world poet

A cultural program was held in New York to mark the birth anniversary of the world poet Rabindranath Tagore. Photo: BD Pratidi

An exceptional cultural event, 'Vikta Hok Jibon Jay', was held in New York on the 164th birth anniversary of the world poet Rabindranath Tagore. Organized on the evening of June 1 by the expatriate cultural organization 'Prakriti, New York', the expatriate Bengalis paid their tributes with gratitude through songs and dance performances filled with Rabindranath's patriotism, humanity, and love.

At the beginning of the program, floral tributes were paid to the portrait of the poet installed next to the stage, and community figure Dr. Pradeep Ranjan Kar inaugurated the program by lighting the Mangal lamp.

The special attraction of the program was the enchanting dance performance of two popular expatriate dancers, Maisha and Mahima, on the song 'O Amar Deshre Mati'. It is worth noting that this song has long been a symbol of the national consciousness of the subcontinent, including India's independence struggle.

Cultural organizer Anup Barua, singer and freedom fighter Tajul Imam, theater artist Lutfunnesa Lata, and Sammilit Sangsrik Jote leader Mithun Ahmed spoke at the event. They said that the practice of Rabindra Sangeet is essential to preserve human values ​​and cultural roots among the generation growing up in the diaspora.

Then, 23 artists from 'Prakriti, New York' led by Jolly Kar started the performance with the song 'Hey Nutan Dik Arbar'. The participating artists included Nasima Shaheen, Dithi Hasnat, Maugandha Acharya, Prasun Ghosh Roy, Jayanti Bhattacharya Jaya, Mini Kadir, Rupali Ghosh, Chandrika De Senjuti, Tanvir Rahman Pratik, Mukti Sarkar, Sonia Mottalib, Kartik Chandra, Josephine Mishti, Swapnil Sajeeb and many others.

Later, Rabindranath's timeless songs were performed one by one—' Shubh Karmapathe Dhar Nirbhay', 'Amra Millechhi Aaj Mayer Dake', 'Tumi Sandhyar Meghmala', 'Banglar Mati Banglar Jal', 'Bhalobese Sakhi', 'Amra Sabya Raja', 'Sankocher Bihbalata', 'Nai Nai Bhoy, Hobe Hobe Joy' and about 30 other songs. At the end of the program, the national anthem 'Amar Sonar Bangla' added a new dimension to the event.

Rabindra Sangeet sung by Swapnil Sajeeb, a favorite artist of expatriate audiences of all ages, creates special emotions among the audience.

Participants in the event said that Rabindranath's songs are not just music but also a call for self-awakening, inspiration for gaining self-confidence, and an indestructible source of cultural consciousness. His songs are equally relevant and universal even today.