After successfully winning the bloody Liberation War in 1971, Bangladesh declared independence and earned the right to be recognized as a country on the global stage. To commemorate this achievement, Bangladesh recently celebrated the golden jubilee of independence and the birth centenary of Bangabandhu through a 10-day program. During a discussion at the National Parade Ground in Dhaka, author Selina Hossain, Education Minister Dipu Moni, and State Minister for Foreign Affairs Md Shahriar Alam discussed the theme "Banglar Mati, Amar Mati" (Bengal's Soil, My Soil). Nepal's President Bidya Devi Bhandari, along with Bangladesh's President Md Abdul Hamid and Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, joined the celebration. Selina highlighted Sheikh Mujib's role in establishing the secular Bengali nationalist identity globally. She mentioned that Bangabandhu had called for changing the name of East Pakistan to Purbo Bangla during his speech to the assembly on August 25, 1955. She also quoted from a speech Bangabandhu gave after being released from a Pakistani jail, where he declared his pride in being Bengali and his commitment to the Bengali nation. Shahriar quoted from another address by Bangabandhu on June 7, 1972, in which he expressed his identity as a Bengali and his connection to the land of Bangla. Despite Bangabandhu's assassination, his teachings continue to guide us. Dipu Moni stated that Bangabandhu is a never-ending source of inspiration for us. Bhandari mentioned that Bangabandhu, besides being beloved by Bengalis, is also a respected leader in the region. She highlighted his skills as an orator, organizer, and advocate, stating that he successfully won over the people of Bangladesh and achieved the creation of a new nation. Hamid urged politicians to move towards a new era in politics by setting aside their differences and focusing on improving the lives of the country's poorest and most vulnerable citizens, following the spirit of independence and Bangabandhu's principles. Hasina marked the two occasions by urging world leaders to prioritize sustainable development and cautioning that the adaptation process will not effectively protect the most vulnerable countries unless action is taken to address the current trend of climate change. The second session of the program featured an orchestra of instrumentalists and traditional Nepalese dance performances. Additionally, a Jatrapala folk theatre drama titled 'Ma, Mati O Manush' was presented, followed by a chorus performance by 100 folk singers. President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih of the Maldives and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa of Sri Lanka have both visited Bangladesh to participate in the festivities. Additionally, Prime Minister Lotay Tshering of Bhutan and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to attend as well.