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Swakrito Noman

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Fiction Writer, Swakrito Noman
Haridas Pal
Swakrito Noman
Art and Culture

Haridas Pal

At the inaugural ceremony of the annual language festival of the Mother Language Centre, the Honourable Prime Minister, in her speech as the chief guest, said nothing new, nor did he say anything additional. He read out exactly the written speech provided by the cultural ministry. He remembered the language martyrs and the freedom fighters, spoke about the contribution of language to the advancement of civilisation, talked about the role of art and literature in shaping ideal citizens, and mentioned how this language festival, over time, has now become a part of history and tradition.

Response to allegations of plagiarism from Selim AL Deen’s manuscript
Response to allegations of plagiarism from Selim AL Deen’s manuscript
Art and Culture

Response to allegations of plagiarism from Selim AL Deen’s manuscript

In 2007, I was almost always with late playwright Selim Al Deen, serving as his personal secretary. One rainy evening in monsoon, as the downpour ceased to allow a twilight stroll for a while, he emerged onto the campus pathway. I was with him too. He used to take walks regularly in the mornings and evenings. But in his presence, I found myself unable to write anything, neither poetry nor prose. It felt as if I had been submerged in an ocean of art. Drowning in that unfamiliar sea, I struggled desperately. Just as a drop loses its existence in the Indus, so did I feel. That day, as we walked, Guru said to me, "Start writing novels, you'll do well. Poetry isn't for you. Leave that."

Allegations surface against Syed Shamsul Haque of being a razakar
Allegations surface against Syed Shamsul Haque of being a razakar
Book Fair

Allegations surface against Syed Shamsul Haque of being a razakar

Swakrito Noman is the popular fiction writer of the time. Originating from a background of responsibility, he has authored several thought-provoking books. He has been able to attract the attention of the reader for his progressive thinking. Additionally, he received numerous prestigious awards. On the occasion of the book fair, he talked about his writing and other issues with Views Bangladesh in an interview. Kamrul Ahsan and Mahfuz Sardar took the interview.

Benevolence of hundred moonlights
Benevolence of hundred moonlights
Writings

Benevolence of hundred moonlights

At that time, I was a rural journalist. I did not bow down to anyone in the world. I used to roam around with the UNO, OC and engage in discussions with politicians. I used to wander with them. In exchange for reporting news, I took money from them.