Bangladesh, March 16 -- A leading cultural expert and advocate for traditional arts, Professor Israfil Shaheen, paid a courtesy call on Minister for Road Transport and Bridges, Railways, and Shipping, Sheikh Rabiul Alam,, to discuss an innovative initiative aimed at integrating Bangladesh's folk and traditional arts into the nation's railway and river transport systems.

During the discussion, Professor Shaheen emphasised the potential of public transportation as a platform for cultural revival. "Using trains and river vessels for live folk performances can transform routine travel into a meaningful cultural experience," he said. "This initiative will not only enhance the passenger experience but also strengthen Bangladesh's global cultur...