, July 2 -- Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Thursday urged people to embrace the humanistic ideals of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam, saying the government is committed to building an inclusive society where people of all faiths can live safely and peacefully, and animals are protected from cruelty.

"The present government is working to build such a state and society where every person, irrespective of religion or race, can live safely and without fear. Not only the safety of human beings, let's also ensure that no animal falls victim to human cruelty," he said.

The Prime Minister made the remarks while virtually inaugurating the year-long "Nazrul Year 2026-27 Celebrations" across all 64 districts and 74 selected upazilas at his offic...