Bangabandhu Statue to Be Placed Close to Padma Bridge

In Shibchar, Madaripur, directly next to the Padma Bridge, a highly regarded statue of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is scheduled to be built. It will be located near the ancient ferry ghat.

The location will also have a number of cutting-edge facilities, including a museum. AKM Mozammel Haque, the minister in charge of Liberation War Affairs, paid a site visit on Saturday.

The installation of a statue honoring Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the father of our nation, should have been done long ago, the minister remarked after visiting the project site at approximately 11:30am. I'm sorry for the wait. Despite the delay, this effort will somewhat relieve our country's obligation to Bangabandhu.

The minister said, "The planned statue will be of international stature and designed to draw both local and foreign tourists to the site."

"People from all over Bangladesh, including the next generation, will come to see the statue of Bangabandhu," he continued. Around the world, including the United States and India, similar statues may be seen. Our project will be interesting and compelling. Additionally, a conference center with cutting-edge technology and a variety of amenities is in the works.

Elaborating on the rationale behind the statue's location, the minister added: “The Padma Bridge is a symbol of immense pride for the Bengali nation. By situating the statue adjacent to the Padma Bridge, we can seamlessly combine two essential elements. It will be a dual attraction for both domestic and foreign tourists. Visitors will have the opportunity to behold the majesty of the bridge while also marvelling at the grandeur of the statue and convention centre. The banks of the Padma River will be a focal point of intriguing experiences.”

Echoing this sentiment, Chief Whip Noor-e-Alam Chowdhury said: “A Bangabandhu statue beside the Padma Bridge will draw people from every corner of the nation. Witnessing the statue in conjunction with the Padma Bridge will evoke profound emotions. The minister's choice of location is truly splendid, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all involved.”