Values of Liberation War the foundation for bilateral ties: Indian high commissioner

The ideals and values of Liberation War of 1971 are the foundation upon which the bilateral ties between India and Bangladesh are flourishing, said Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh Vikram Doraiswami.

He made the remarks while addressing a dialogue titled "Liberation War & Its Values – Across the Ages", organised by the Indian High Commission in association with Youth Opportunities today at the high commission.

Aroma Dutta MP, Prof Muntassir Mamoon, cultural personality Nasiruddin Yousuf Bacchu and Julian Francis OBE participated in the discussion moderated by journalist and rights activist Shahriar Kabir.

The panelists engaged with members of Youth Opportunities and a cross-section of Bangladeshi youths, which included illustrators, radio professionals, entrepreneurs, etc.

Doraiswami said India is looking forward to the joint commemoration of 50 years of Liberation War and 50 years of establishment of diplomatic relations between India and Bangladesh.

India recognised Bangladesh as a sovereign nation on 6 December 1971, while the war was ongoing.

The high commissioner also launched a writing competition, 'What Liberation Means to Me?', being conducted by the High Commission of India in association with Youth Opportunities.

Bangladeshi youth, in the age group of 18-35, can participate in the competition by submitting entries in Bangla and English. Further details will be available in High Commission of India's website (hcidhaka.gov.in) and social media pages shortly.