In response to recent violent attacks on enduring Bengali culture and free thought, Chayanat, one of the country’s leading cultural organisations, is hosting a “Song of Solidarity” gathering this afternoon. The event will take place at 4:00 p.m. in front of Chayanat’s Cultural Centre in Dhanmondi, Dhaka, and aims to convey a message of peaceful protest and communal harmony through the power of music.
Organisers have emphasised that the gathering will showcase music as a medium of resistance and unity. The event is expected to draw a diverse audience, including prominent artists, writers, intellectuals, journalists, and cultural activists committed to progressive thought. All citizens conscious of social justice and cultural preservation have been cordially invited to participate in this peaceful assembly.
According to Chayanat sources, the organisation’s artists will perform a curated selection of timeless songs that celebrate Bengali culture, humanity, secular values, and the spirit of protest. The repertoire includes pieces that have become emblematic of social activism and national consciousness.
| No. | Song Title | Theme / Significance |
| 1 | “Mora Jhanjar Moto Uddam” | Courage and spirited resistance |
| 2 | “O Bhai Khati Sonar Cheye Khati” | Integrity and human values |
| 3 | “Chol Chol Chol Urdhwo Gogone Baje Madal” | Collective enthusiasm and struggle |
| 4 | “O Amar Desher Mati” | Patriotism and unity |
| 5 | “Jodi Tor Dak Shune Keu Na Ase” | Call for civic responsibility |
| 6 | “Amar Mukti Aloy Aloy” | Freedom and human rights |
| 7 | “Gramer Nojon Hindo–Musolman” | Secular unity and communal harmony |
| 8 | “Manush Chhere Khappa Re Tui” | Human dignity and protest |
| 9 | “Manush Ho Manush Ho Abar Tora Manush Ho” | Emphasis on humanity and compassion |
| 10 | “Tirhara Ei Dhouyer Shagor” | Struggle and social activism |
| 11 | “Himaloy Theke Sundarban” | National solidarity and natural heritage |
| 12 | “Amar Protibader Bhasha” | Peaceful resistance and cultural voice |
The organisers have stressed that the primary goal of the gathering is to peacefully protest against violence and communalism while simultaneously highlighting the secular, humanitarian, and liberationist ethos of Bengali culture. Through the collective resonance of song and voice, the event seeks to unite citizens under the banner of cultural solidarity.
By presenting these songs in unison, Chayanat hopes to rekindle public consciousness regarding cultural heritage and social responsibility. The organisers believe that the musical demonstration will not only provide a platform for protest but also reinforce the values of unity, humanity, and freedom that lie at the heart of Bengali cultural identity.
With its rich repertoire and gathering of eminent personalities, the event promises to be a vibrant celebration of art as activism, where music becomes both a protest and a call for solidarity.