SM Sultan’s 29th death anniv today

Today is the 29th death anniversary of renowned artist SM Sultan.

Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy, SM Sultan Foundation and Narail district administration have chalked out a daylong programme at Sultan Smriti Sangrahasala, Shishu Swarga and Zilla Shilpakala Academy in Narail.

The daylong programmes include paying tributes to the iconic artist through offering wreaths, Qurankhwani, milad mahfil, art competition for children, prize distribution and discussion on Sultan's life and works.

SM Sultan won Ekushey Padak in 1982, Bangladesh Charu Shilpi Sangsad Award in 1986 and Swadhinata Padak in 1993.

He was entitled the "Man of Asia" in 1982 by Cambridge University and the Bangladesh government declared him "A resident of artist" in 1984.

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