I got to know Jowshan Ara better when I visited her home to interview her husband, Mahbub ul Alam Chowdhury, the poet who wrote the first poem on Ekushey.

The fundamental principles of a country’s development policy originate from the aspirations of the people through their struggles.

Founded on the pillars of compassion, innovation, and inclusivity in 2014, Hashimukh Somaj Kallayan Songstha operates with the mission to serve underprivileged communities through inclusive educational programs, healthcare initiatives, and nutritional support. Founded by Nusrat Akter, alongside a group of driven individuals, Hashimukh began its journey on the streets of Paribagh, Dhaka.

Social Welfare Minister Nuruzzaman Ahmed tells parliament that the government plans to gradually bring all senior citizens in the country under the old-age allowance programme by 2025.