Nazrul Dance Festival concludes

The two-day "Nazrul Dance Festival 2026" or "Nazrul Nrityo Utsab" concluded today at the National Music and Dance Auditorium with colourful performances based on the songs and poetry of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam.

Organised by Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, the concluding programme featured dance performances highlighting Nazrul's themes of rebellion, love, equality, humanity and beauty.

Cultural Affairs Minister Nitai Roy Chowdhury attended the programme as chief guest, while State Minister for Cultural Affairs Ali Newaz Mahmood Khyom and Adviser to the Ministries of Information and Broadcasting and Cultural Affairs Dr Zahed Ur Rahman were special guests. 

Culture Secretary Yasmin Begum chaired the session.The second session featured performances by various dance groups from Dhaka and different parts of the country, showcasing Nazrul's diverse creative works through classical, folk and contemporary dance forms.