Bangladesh Independence Day
Indian High Commission in Bangladesh observes symbolic blackout to mark genocide day
Dhaka: The Indian High Commission in Bangladesh on Friday paid tribute by observing a symbolic blackout of the Chancery complex to honour the sacrifice of untold millions of Bangladeshi people killed and women assaulted during ‘Operation Searchlight’ 51 years ago.
"India in Bangladesh (High Commission of India, Dhaka) pays solemn tribute with a blackout of the Chancery complex to honour the sacrifice of untold millions of Bangladeshi people killed & women assaulted during ‘Operation Searchlight’, which began this night 51 years ago," the Indian High Commission in Dhaka said in a statement.
Indian envoy Vikram Doraiswami tweeted: "In heartfelt tribute to those who perished or were tortured in the most brutal, horrific, and barbaric crimes, this night in 1971. We mourn with brethren in #Bangladesh. @BDMOFA @MEAIndia."
In heartfelt tribute to those who perished or were tortured in the most brutal, horrific, and barbaric crimes, this night in 1971. We mourn with brethren in #Bangladesh. @BDMOFA @MEAIndia https://t.co/eXE4gp3DhI
— Vikram Doraiswami (@VDoraiswami) March 25, 2022
Bangladesh is observing Independence Day on Saturday, a day which marks the nation's victory in gaining freedom from the hands of Pakistan.
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