Nirmalendu Goon honoured in Mymensingh

Two books -- Naf Thekey Mahananda and Muktijuddher Certificate -- written by Monjur-ul-Haque and Hamidul Alam Sakha respectively were launched at the Mukul Niketan High School auditorium recently. An album featuring recitation titled Janmabhumir Shurjo Shontanera, edited by poet Mosharraf Karim, was also launched on the occasion.
Renowned poet Nirmalendu Goon inaugurated the event. Eminent educationist Dr. Shafiuddin Ahmed was the chief guest while Amir Ahmed Chowdhury, convenor of Sammilito Sanskritik Jote, presided over the programme.
Among others, poet Sazzad Kader, Dr. Md. Abdul Hamid, Professor Ali Idris, folklore researcher Golam Ershadur Rahman, poet Md. Abdur Rashid and Mymensingh Press Club Secretary Mozammel Haque attended the programme.
At the programme, Nirmalendu Goon, Mosharraf Karim, Monjur-ul-Haque, Hamidul Alam Sakha and Dr. Shafiuddin Ahmed were honoured with crests for their contributions to their respective fields.
The felicitation was followed by a cultural programme. Artistes of Mukul Niketan Sanskritik Academy performed at the programme.