292 বাংলাদেশের স্বাধীনতা যুদ্ধ দলিলপত্রঃ তৃতীয় পত্র শিরোনাম সূত্র তারিখ জাতীর উদ্দেশে প্রধানমন্ত্রী তাজউদ্দীন বাংলাদেশ সরকার ৮ ডিসেম্বর, ১৯৭১ আহমদ-এর ভাষণ প্রধানমন্ত্রীর কার্য LET US BUILD GOLDEN BENGAL My dear countrymen and comrades, The Pakistani generals have plunged the sub-continent into a calamitous war. It was clear for months that they were seeking this evil consummation of their folly and crimes in Bangladesh. The aggression against India has taken place in the background of Pakistan's humiliating reverses at the hand of the Mukti Bahini and India's warm-hearted support to the people of Bangladesh in their just struggle. The peril from the common enemy has brought the people of Bangladesh and India closer than ever. Our forces are now fighting shoulder to shoulder with Indian forces; and their blood is mingling with ours on our soil. This seals the bond between two peoples who are destined for friendship. The people of India had always recognized us in their hearts and now their Government has accorded formal recognition to the People's Republic of Bangladesh. It is a tribute to the martyrs in the cause of our freedom and a triumph for all classes of people in Bangladesh, their elected representatives, and the Mukti Bahini whose efforts, sacrifices and impregnable, unity have won them diplomatic recognition as an independent and sovereign nation. It is also a triumph for the people of India whose united wish was for Bangladesh to be recognized. This is indeed, a fine hour for both Bangladesh and India. This is but natural that India, the largest democracy in the world, should be the first to welcome us to the comity of independent nations. Her commitment to humanity and freedom, evident in her caring for ten million uprooted Bengalis and bearing the brunt of war to defend their democratic right, must be regarded as a marvel of our time. We rejoice at India's bold decision, and thank Prime Minister Indria Gandhi, the Government of India, the members of the Indian Parliament, and the people of India for their historic contribution to the consolidation of our statehood. The Bengali nation owes as infinite debt of gratitude to Sreemati Gandhi's sagacity and statesmanship. Following India, Bhutan has given us recognition, and we are also grateful to the King and people of that country. India's recognition of the People's Republic of Bangladesh is a big event. As far as our relations with India are concerned, their foundation will be friendship and mutual respect. The tie we have forged with the Indian people in adversity and war will endure in peace and will, I am confident, bring lasting benefits to our two nations.
