New Delhi, Feb. 20 -- 'Joy Bangla' is the ever-increasing crescendo of a nationalist slogan. It is a symbol of commitment, national spirit, and patriotism of the birth of this nation. To be able to chant the most harmonious and zealous slogan in Bangla, the people of this country had to undergo years of struggle and protest. The language movement did not only ignite the freedom movement of Bangladesh but also paved the way for linguistic freedom in the Indian subcontinent. Ekushey February (21 February) is observed as International Mother Language Day, a day of pride and glory. Lest we forget that it has a history of struggle and profound sacrifices for protesting linguistic and cultural annihilation, which is remembered with reverence an...