Music album to help an ailing artiste

By Cultural correspondent
28 December 2006, 18:00 PM
Abdur Rahman Bayati
The launching ceremony of the VCD titled Dehoghori, a collection of memorable Bangladeshi folk songs by Abdur Rahman Bayati, was held on December 26 at the ATN Bangla studio. The VCD also contains a documentary based on the life and times of Rahman. The aim is to garner support for the veteran folk singer Rahman, who is seriously ill. Abdur Rahman Bayati, one of the leading folk artistes in the country, has made a great contribution in promoting our cultural heritage.

Mahfuzur Rahman, chairman ATN Bangla, was present as the chief guest and formally unwrapped the cover of the VCD.

In his speech, Mahfuzur Rahman said, "It is our social responsibility to help each other. Abdur Rahman has been suffering from old age complications for long and needs immediate treatment. Since he is not in a position to bear the cost, the profit from the VCD sales will be donated for the treatment of Rahman."