The 26th of March 1971 is a significant day in Bangladeshi history. This was the day that, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, leader of the Awami League (a political party in East Pakistan), declared independence for East Pakistan, or what would become Bangladesh. On the same day, West Pakistani forces launched Operation Searchlight. The aim of Operation Searchlight was to eliminate any West Pakistani opposition. It targeted the Hindus and Educated Individuals of Bangladesh.
Since 1971, the 26th of March has been referred to as Bangladesh’s Independence Day.
Happy Bangladesh Independence Day and Joy Bangla!