Dhaka, April 13 -- Greeting people in Bangladesh and other Bengali-speaking communities worldwide on Pahela Baishakh, Prime Minister Tarique Rahman on Monday expressed hope that cultural values of tolerance, generosity and harmony will strengthen democracy and promote peaceful coexistence.

"Farewell 1432. Welcome Bengali New Year 1433. Pahela Baishakh, the first day of the Bengali New Year. On this occasion, I extend my heartfelt greetings and congratulations to the people of the country and Bengali-speaking communities around the world," he said in a message posted on his verified Facebook account.

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