Communal harmony celebrated ahead of Valentine’s Day in Bandarban

Bashundhara Shuvosangho members celebrated cultural diversity, mutual respect and communal harmony as different manifestations of love ahead of the Valentine’s Day 2026 in Rowangchhari upazila, Bandarban.

The celebrations featured discussion session, chit-chats, cultural performances, and awareness events.

Themes of the programme were: diverse languages and diverse dresses but a single heart; our diversity, our pride; cultural diversity is our identity and let love spread to everywhere with Bashundhara Shuvosangho’s support.

Uyi Sing Marma, Hill Region Coordinator of Bashundhara Shuvosangho and President of the organisation’s Bandarban District Branch, said, “Love is not just a personal emotion; it is the strong foundation of human values, culture, and tolerance. The diverse cultures of the hill tracts carry our identity. Through this culture, we must spread the practice of love and harmony.”

He further said that Bashundhara Shuvosangho has long been engaging young people in humanitarian, social, and cultural activities. Such initiatives play an important role in preserving indigenous cultures and building mutual respect.

Shuvosangho Rowangchhari Upazila Branch President Shimol Tanchangya said, “Love is not just about one day—love creates bonds of humanity, empathy, and harmony among people. If we all respect and support one another, society will become more beautiful.”

Rowangchhari Upazila Branch General Secretary Mong Mong Sai Marma said, “The main objective of this event is to awaken peace, harmony, and human values in society. If the young generation leaves the path of violence, hatred, and division and moves toward humanity and love, society will become better. The greatest expression of love is standing beside people.”