Shaheen Samad to receive Nazrul Award from Bangla Academy
Renowned singer Shaheen Samad is set to receive the prestigious Nazrul Award-2023 from the esteemed Bangla Academy in recognition of her exceptional contributions to Nazrul Geeti. The award is a testament to Samad's extensive body of work and her efforts to promote and popularize the art of Nazrul Geeti.
The Bangla Academy has organized the Nazrul Award-2023 ceremony and cultural program, scheduled to take place next Wednesday as part of the celebrations marking the 124th birth anniversary of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.
During the ceremony, Shaheen Samad will be presented with a cheque, certificate, and memento, honoring her remarkable contributions to the field. It is worth mentioning that Samad was previously bestowed with the prestigious Ekushey Padak in 2016 by the Government of Bangladesh for his outstanding contributions to Nazrul Sangeet.
Expressing her joy and gratitude upon receiving the award, Shaheen Samad stated, "Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to receive numerous accolades, each of which brings me happiness and excitement. However, this particular award holds a special place in my heart as it is the Nazrul Award. It will serve as a tremendous source of inspiration for me to further dedicate myself to the practice of Nazrul Geeti."
Shaheen Samad is widely recognized as one of the torchbearers of Nazrul Geeti in Bangladesh. Her expertise and dedication to preserving and promoting the works of Kazi Nazrul Islam have earned her international acclaim. Notably, Samad was an esteemed artist of the Swadhin Bangla Betar Kendra, which played a pivotal role in inspiring millions during the Liberation War of 1971.
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