Popular singer and composer James, widely known as ‘Nagar Baul’, will perform at the cultural programme marking the diamond jubilee of the University of Chittagong (CU).
Professor Md Safiqul Islam, the university’s pro-vice-chancellor (administration), confirmed the news to TIMES on Monday evening.
“James, known as Nagar Baul, will be the main attraction of the cultural segment of the university’s diamond jubilee celebrations. Students from the Department of Music and Theatre Arts will also deliver captivating performances,” he said.
The university will celebrate its 60th anniversary on 18 November with a day-long programme. The celebrations will include a colourful rally, discussion sessions, a documentary screening, a fair and cultural performances.
Several stalls at the fair will showcase the university’s achievements. Registration has already opened for former students who wish to take part in the celebrations.
Finance Minister Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury will attend the event as the chief guest. Mir Mohammed Helal Uddin, state minister for Chittagong Hill Tracts Affairs, will attend as a special guest.
