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Poet Mohan Raihan accepts Bangla Academy Literary Award 2025
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Poet Mohan Raihan announced on Sunday that he will accept the Bangla Academy Literary Award 2025, citing respect for the newly elected Prime Minister Tareq Rahman. He called for reforms to make the selection process more transparent and non-partisan. Raihan expressed a desire to receive the award directly from the prime minister in a dignified manner.
Poet Mohon Raihan's Bangla Academy Literary Award 2025 in poetry was withheld at the last minute due to unspecified allegations, despite his initial nomination. Prime Minister Tarique Rahman presented awards to other recipients during the inauguration of the Amar Ekushey Book Fair 2026 at Bangla Academy premises in Dhaka. Officials stated the matter is under investigation, with a decision pending.