Ashad Talukder: On Monday (29 April) evening dance artistes of different organisations of the town performed dance sequences at a programme held at Netrokona Udichi premisses.
Udichi organised the programme marking World Dance Day.
Over 50 dance artistes participated in the programme that included classical, modern and folk dances.
Mustafizur Rahman Khan President of Udichi Netrokona unit Presided the function. Secretary Ashit Ghosh, ex-president Mujammal Haque Bachchu, journalist Sanjoy Sarker also present on the occasion.
Cultural Secretary of Netrokona Udichi Toma Roy delivered the welcome speech.
The day is being observed since 1995 in Bangladesh.
A discussion was also held marking the occasion. The distinguished speakers said that the ancient art form of dance needs to be popularised among young people to ensure its survival.