Dhaka, April 7 -- anticipated revival of 'Notun Kuri', Bangladesh Television's iconic children's talent hunt, will formally be re-launched on April 30, with Prime Minister Tarique Rahman set to inaugurate the programme in a new, expanded format.

Dr Zahed Ur Rahman, Prime Minister's Adviser on the Ministry of Cultural Affairs, made the announcement at a press conference held at the PID conference room on Tuesday, following a meeting with the Prime Minister.

Zahed, who also serves as Prime Minister's Adviser on Policy and Strategy as well as the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, said the revamped competition will now include sports alongside its traditional focus on cultural talent among children and adolescents.

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