The iconic poet Rabindranath Tagore’s ancestral home in Sirajganj, Bangladesh will not be preserved as a memorial. The decision to not preserve any of Tagore’s memorabilia in the house has sparked controversy among literary enthusiasts and historians.
The ancestral home, located in Sirajganj district, was where Tagore spent a significant part of his childhood. However, the current owner of the property has decided not to turn it into a memorial or museum dedicated to the poet.
Many have expressed disappointment over the decision, stating that preserving Tagore’s ancestral home could have been a significant cultural and historical landmark for Bangladesh. Some have even called for government intervention to ensure the preservation of the property.
Tagore, who was the first non-European to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, is considered one of the greatest poets and writers in the Bengali literary tradition. His works have had a profound impact on literature, music, and art in both India and Bangladesh.
Despite the decision to not preserve Tagore’s ancestral home, his legacy continues to be celebrated in various ways in Bangladesh, with events and readings dedicated to his works being held regularly.
