Bangabandhu Started the Progress of Bangladesh

Bangabandhu was released from prison in Pakistan on 7 January 1972 and left for London on 9 January. On the morning of January 10, Bangabandhu made a short stop in Delhi and left for Dhaka. The plane touched down at Tejgaon Airport at 3 pm. From there, it took Bangabandhu two and a half hours to reach the historic racecourse ground through the love and affection of millions of Bengalis.

 Bangabandhu reached home from the crowd of millions at the racecourse at 7 pm. After such a long journey, long formality, public meeting, exchange of emotions, tears and emotions, from January 11, Bangabandhu started running the country without any delay, ignoring all the fatigue and emotions. He had two meetings with the cabinet on the same day and many important decisions were taken in the meeting, including the drafting of the constitution.

At the outset of the constitution, he said the basis of the political and economic system of Bangladesh would be Bengali nationalism, democracy, socialism and secularism. The election manifesto of 1970 stated that socialist development and change should be brought into the economy of the country. Economists have explained this by taking the country's economy on the path of development through poverty alleviation and inequality elimination and planned development measures. It was on this basis that the budget of the then Finance Minister Tajuddin for 1972-73 was framed, which reflected the principles of the Constitution.

Some of the medium and long-term goals of Bangabandhu's economic philosophy were to achieve self-reliance, maximum utilization of the country's internal resources, acceptance and utilization of foreign aid, which should be unconditional and gradually reduce this dependence. Involve the private sector in development activities and industrialization. In 1972, the maximum limit for investment in the private sector was fixed at Rs. 25 lakhs, which was increased to Rs. 3 crores in 1974.

The thoughts and instructions of Bangabandhu in the constitution for the overall development of the country are described in the articles of the second part of the constitution. Development of local governance institutions, participation of women in national life. On 12 January Bangabandhu took over as Prime Minister under the Provisional Constitution and formed a new cabinet. After Bangabandhu's historic speech on March 7, the whole country, including all government and non-government organizations in the then East Pakistan, continued to follow Bangabandhu's instructions and the Bengali part of the army awaited Bangabandhu's instructions.

Reconstructed the war-torn country and successfully tackled various economic and other challenges. Returning to newly independent Bangladesh, he saw that there was no food in the warehouses, no crops in the fields, and there was no reserve in the central bank. No bank is functional. Roads and railways are cut off, seaports and seaports are destroyed. Schools and colleges were abandoned barracks. The Pakistani invaders destroyed everything possible knowing that defeat was certain.

Bangabandhu emphasized the importance of gaining the recognition of most of the countries of the world and gaining membership of various international organizations in the shortest possible time while maintaining a non-aligned position. The aim was to make Bangladesh stand on the international stage. In just three and a half years of his rule, Bangabandhu has gained recognition of 121 countries and membership of 36 international organizations including the United Nations.

During the war of liberation, the transport system was almost destroyed. As a result, the post-liberation economy almost stopped the import and distribution of food grains, raw materials used in industry, agricultural products and daily necessities. In this situation, he gave maximum importance to the reconstruction work and took all kinds of facilities, shipping and other compensation initiatives and gave importance to civil aviation. The power system was also severely damaged. Electricity is provided through the quick construction of transmission and distribution lines.

Introduced mechanized methods of cultivation with the maximum subsidy in food production. Provides fertilizers, medicines and high-quality seeds to the farmers. He formed the National Education Commission with a plan to turn educated and skilled human resources. He nationalized schools and colleges and formed a grant commission for higher education. Many friends helped in this reconstruction, which did not need to be paid for. India, Russia, United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, Germany, Sweden, Denmark and Netherlands. The goal was to achieve self-sufficiency in food production as soon as possible.

Fifty years after the victory, Bangladesh has risen to the top of the world. Bangabandhu planted the seeds of digital Bangladesh. He made Bangladesh a member of the International Telecommunication Union in 1973. On 14 June 1985, he inaugurated the V-Satellite Center at Betbunia. I saw the development of the sapling born from this planted seed in 1996 when the people's leader Sheikh Hasina took over as the Prime Minister for the first time.In a speech on January 17, 1974, he declared war on corruption. The future of the nation is bleak if effective resistance against corruption is not built. Corruption, bribery, smuggling, hoarding, black market and profiteers are the enemies of society and the state.

He dreamed a lot about the youth, thinking that the youth should be developed as ideal people. The youth will become an ideal force. This ideal will contain human qualities that can be followed by others. In other words, everything that is socially good, best, noble, beneficial will be in the youth.

He dreamed a lot about the youth, thinking that the youth should be developed as ideal people. The youth will become an ideal force. This ideal will contain human qualities that can be followed by others. In other words, everything that is socially good, best, noble, beneficial will be in the youth. He told the youth to be honest, devoted, hardworking, kind, compassionate, compassionate, unselfish, arrogant and brave. The youth is physically and mentally strong, possesses awake knowledge and is a pioneer of change and struggle in the state-society.

A large part of those who sacrificed their lives in the great liberation war was the youth. Bangabandhu's schools were Bengali, Bengali and Bangladesh. He assimilated in his consciousness the thousand-year-old hopes, aspirations, pains, protests and traditions of the Bengalis. Young men were his soul. He drew the design of success by relying on the youth. Sonar Bangla can build by making themselves aware of efficient, work-oriented, responsibilities and duties, he has wished for this all his life.

He called for a people-oriented, science-based and technical education system as well as fulfilling various responsibilities and duties. Addressing the youth at a meeting on August 19, 1983, he said, "Fathers, learn a little. No matter how much you live and die, there is no benefit in not learning to read properly. And learning to read will help parents.

Don't be ashamed to take the helm with your father because you are learning to wear pants. Look at the world. In the village, plant eggplant, chili, gourd and some coconut saplings near the house. Help your parents a little. There is no benefit in just passing BA-MA. We have to work for the welfare of the people of the country. "

He used to give advice and instructions to inspire the youth with the idea of patriotism. On the founding anniversary of the Chhatra League in 1973, he said, "The people of Bengal, especially the young community, need to know our history. A boy from Bengal who does not know the heritage of his past descendants cannot be a real Bengali. 'He had various plans in this regard. The importance of technical and vocational education is still high. Bangabandhu's youthful thoughts and ideas are also relevant in building a skilled youth force suitable for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

What is needed now for the current fourth industrial revolution is to build a new generation and skilled youth who know technology, robotics, artificial intelligence and IoT. However, in this case, more awareness is needed so that the generation of artificial consciousness and artificial attitude does not develop. Bangabandhu's thoughts are pure, efficient, honest and patriotic youth inspired by the Bengali spirit is our asset, skilled craftsmen to build golden Bengal.

The role of mass media in all the movements and struggles of Bangabandhu and in the great liberation war was infinite. The outstanding contribution of the media in presenting the language movement, the Six Points, as demand for the survival of the people of the country. During the war of liberation, he termed newspapers and electronic media as 'mass media, not just news media. Bangabandhu spoke of freedom of expression throughout his life. Talking about the importance of mass media, Bangabandhu recalled his memory that "my father used to keep newspapers at home; Anandabazar, Basumati, Azad, Masik Mohammadi and Saugat".

Bangabandhu In January 1948, with the financial support of Hussain Shaheed Suhrawardy, they published a daily Ittihad. The editor of this magazine was Abul Mansur Ahmed. The magazine has drawn everyone's attention at that time in a completely new form as a modern magazine. Bangabandhu himself worked tirelessly to market the paper. He was also a responsible consultant in the management of the newspaper.

When the Awami Muslim League was established in 1949, it was published as the mouthpiece of the weekly Ittefaq Patrika. Maulana Bhasani was the editor, Yar Mohammad Khan was the publisher, Tafazzal Hossain (Manik Mia) was in charge of running the magazine. Hossain Shaheed used to finance the Suhrawardy newspaper. Bangabandhu also arranged for the sale of this newspaper among the party workers.

Newspapers, in their news, columns and editorials, painted accurate pictures of exploitation, torture and discrimination. Later, during the election of 1970 and the non-cooperation movement of 1971, dailies also played a responsible role. They have printed all the decisions, instructions, statements and speeches of Bangabandhu on the first page. Newspapers have made a significant contribution in inspiring the people, they have given full support to the leadership of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib.

As an undisputed leader, Bangabandhu's leadership was acceptable in the media. Newspapers described Bangabandhu's historic return home on January 10, 1972, as 'that great man comes'. Bangabandhu was the first to protect the freedom of speech of journalists. He played an important role in strengthening the media and provided salary allowances to journalists, freedom of the press and national recognition of the media.

Bangabandhu knew there was a conspiracy. But the people of the country are plotting to assassinate him, which he could not have imagined. In a meeting at the Commonwealth Summit in Jamaica, the then Prime Minister of India Indira Gandhi said, "Sheikh Saheb, we have frightening news. There is a conspiracy against you. In reply, Bangabandhu said, 'Madam Indira, don't worry. No Bengali will touch me. If they do, I'll go back to the village with a blanket around my neck. Sheikh Mujib is not in power.

Bangabandhu never believed in the plots of the murderers. Some well-wishers tried to warn him, but he ignored their warnings and said, "The people of Bangladesh will never harm him." Despite knowing that there is a threat to life, Bangabandhu never paid any attention to the issue.

Experts believe that the intolerant political environment paved the way for Bangabandhu's assassination. People were confused by the rise of opposition political forces in the newly independent country, the covert activities of the defeated forces in 1971, and the rise of the extremist left. The conspirators took advantage of this opportunity. The killers meet their goal. After the successful mission, Bangladesh began to move backward.

According to analysts, it is not an easy task for some army members to kill the father of the nation, his family and other unarmed people in tanks with their families, as well as go on radio and television to report the assassination of Bangabandhu to the nation. According to researchers, Mujib's assassination has two dimensions. One is domestic politics and the other is international. None of this came to the fore.

After the brutal assassination of Bangabandhu on 15 August 1975, his family members were also killed so that no one could take the helm of the Awami League. To assassinate Bangabandhu's ideology, four national leaders of the party were also brutally killed in jail on November 3. By assassinating Bangabandhu, the dreamer of the Bengali nation, on 15 August, the brave Bengalis introduced themselves to the world as a traitorous, cowardly-suicidal nation.

 Father of the Nation Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the name of the consciousness of the Bengali nation, the name of a dream, the name of the history of creation, the name of aspiration, the name of struggle and the name of success. He is the great hero of history. Bangabandhu has always been and will remain immortal in the hearts of Bengalis.

After the brutal assassination of Bangabandhu on 15 August 1975, the pace of development of the country came to a temporary halt. In those difficult times, Sheikh Hasina took the helm as the President of Awami League as a symbol of unity. She has come a long way in the struggle for democracy. Repeatedly came back from the brink of death. She brought the Awami League to power as a popular party after 21 years in 1996 and has been working tirelessly to institutionalize democracy.


Hiren Pandit is a columnist
and researcher